A System of Syphilis, Vol. 2 of 5 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

D'arcy Power

9780483994614: A System of Syphilis, Vol. 2 of 5 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0483994618 ISBN 13: 9780483994614

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A thorough medical reference on syphilis that combines history, diagnosis, and treatment.

This edition surveys the disease from its early European appearance to modern therapies, with a clear focus on practical management for clinicians and students.

The book presents a comprehensive look at how syphilis has been understood and treated across the centuries. It covers historical outbreaks, evolving diagnostic approaches, and the evolution of treatment from mercury and iodides to the era of Salvarsan and beyond. Readers will find step-by-step discussion of treatment methods, including careful dosing schemes and monitoring to balance effectiveness with safety.

Examines the historical development of syphilis and its impact on medicine and society.
Details treatment options, from mercury regimens to intramuscular methods and newer compounds.
Explores the administration, effectiveness, and risks of salvarsan and related therapies.
Includes notes on special topics such as syphilis in obstetrics and outbreaks in unique settings.

Ideal for readers of medical history, infectious disease, and surgical references who want a grounded, non‑fiction reference on the management of syphilis across time.

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