A Student's Notes of a Course of Lectures on the Practice of Medicine (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Samuel Claggett Chew

 
9781527854086: A Student's Notes of a Course of Lectures on the Practice of Medicine (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book delves into the intricacies of medicine, defining disease as a deviation from normal function or structure of the body. The author explores the classifications of disease into organic and functional, as well as local and general. Etiology, the causation of disease, is given significant attention, recognizing the importance of understanding causes to both prevent and cure ailments. The text also offers insights into symptomatology, defining the differences between symptoms and signs and emphasizing their significance in disease diagnosis. Moreover, it discusses prognosis, highlighting its value in managing patient expectations and providing guidance for treatment. Importantly, the book provides an overview of therapeutic measures, including preventive, abortive, curative, and palliative approaches, along with the significance of sanitary measures. The section on pathology focuses on the study of diseased conditions, including fever, highlighting its complex physiological processes. The book further delves into specific diseases, offering a detailed examination of respiratory and circulatory system ailments. Throughout, the author presents a comprehensive understanding of disease, its manifestation, and management, making this book an invaluable resource for medical students and practitioners alike.

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ISBN 10:  0265795508 ISBN 13:  9780265795507
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019
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