A Treatise on Fever by Southwood Smith
"A Treatise on Fever" by Southwood Smith is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The work focuses on the practical study of fever, aiming to elucidate its phenomena and develop effective treatment strategies based on careful observation and empirical evidence gathered at the London Fever Hospital. At the start of the treatise, Dr. Southwood Smith outlines the significant gaps in understanding fever despite centuries of study. He emphasizes the
necessity for a detailed and systematic investigation into the disease's nature, symptoms, and the physiological mechanisms involved. The opening sections discuss the historical context of fever theories, highlighting the ongoing debates among respected physicians, and sets forth the author's aspiration to contribute to the collective knowledge of this critical health issue through his own clinical experiences and observations. Smith aims to improve diagnosis and treatment by thoroughly examining both the symptoms and underlying conditions of fever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Southwood, 1788-1861 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Treatise on Fever |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Fever |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60419 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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