A Practical Treatise on Smallpox by George Henry Fox

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Author Fox, George Henry, 1846-1937
Title A Practical Treatise on Smallpox
Note Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "A Practical Treatise on Smallpox" by George Henry Fox is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This treatise delves into the various aspects of smallpox, a highly contagious and acute disease, emphasizing its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention methods, particularly through vaccination. The book is structured to provide healthcare professionals with practical knowledge about smallpox, starting with detailed descriptions of its symptoms and progression through various clinical forms, such as discrete, confluent, and hemorrhagic smallpox. Each stage of the disease is meticulously outlined, from early signs to the development of the characteristic rash, and culminating in the treatment protocols required during different stages of the illness. Fox also discusses diagnostic challenges and clinical observations, backed by a series of colored photographs illustrating the disease's manifestations in various patient cases. Overall, the treatise aims to equip medical practitioners with the necessary information to effectively handle smallpox cases and contribute to public health through vaccination efforts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Smallpox
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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