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First Principles of Medicine - Softcover

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Synopsis

This book is an influential treatise on the understanding and treatment of medical disease. Penned in 1849, it was groundbreaking in its detailed analysis of the causes of symptoms and illnesses. The author critiques competing medical theories and introduces new concepts of pathology. Of particular note is his rejection of the popular "four humors" theory. Instead, the author explains the nature of disease through the lens of physiology, proposing that changes in the nervous system and blood vessels are the root causes of illness. These ideas paved the way for future medical discoveries. This book marks a significant step in the evolution of medical science and remains a valuable resource for understanding the history of medicine.

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