Reprint of Two Tracts by Jean Paul Marat
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"Reprint of Two Tracts by Jean Paul Marat" is a medical publication authored by Jean Paul Marat, M.D., likely written during the late 18th century. This book presents two rare medical essays that explore specific venereal diseases and conditions of the eye, showcasing Marat's observations and treatments based on his medical practice in London and Paris. It is a historical account of early medical theories and practices, particularly in the field of
urology and ophthalmology. The first tract, "An Essay on Gleets," discusses the deficiencies in the traditional methods of treating venereal diseases, particularly gleets, which are chronic discharges from the urethra. Marat provides his method for effectively curing such ailments, emphasizing the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment protocols. The second tract, "An Enquiry into the Nature, Cause, and Cure of a Singular Disease of the Eyes," addresses a specific eye condition resulting from the use of mercurial preparations, highlighting the unique symptoms and presenting his approach to treatment. Marat's emphasis is on thorough examination, patient history, and a tailored therapeutic approach, signifying his significant contributions to medical knowledge of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marat, Jean Paul, 1743-1793 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Bailey, James Blake, -1897 |
| Title |
Reprint of Two Tracts 1. An essay on gleets. 2. An enquiry into the nature, cause, and cure of a singular disease of the eyes |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Sexually transmitted diseases |
| Subject | Eye -- Diseases |
| Subject | Gonorrhea |
| Subject | Urethra -- Diseases |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57459 |
| Release Date | Jul 8, 2018 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 245 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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