On The Nature, Treatment, And Prevention Of Pulmonary Consumption And Incidentally Of Scrofula, With A Demonstration Of The Cause Of The Disease (1855)

On The Nature, Treatment, And Prevention Of Pulmonary Consumption: And Incidentally Of Scrofula, With A Demonstration Of The Cause Of The Disease is a medical book written by Henry McCormac and published in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive overview of pulmonary consumption, also known as tuberculosis, and scrofula, a type of tuberculosis that affects the lymph nodes. McCormac discusses the nature of the disease, its causes, symptoms, and various treatments, including the use of cod liver oil and other remedies. The book also includes a demonstration of the cause of the disease, which at the time was not fully understood. McCormac's work was influential in advancing the understanding and treatment of tuberculosis and scrofula, which were major public health concerns in the 19th century. This book is a valuable resource for medical professionals and historians interested in the history of medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.