On Nervous Or Sick-Headache, Its Varieties And Treatment: Two Lectures (1873)

On Nervous Or Sick-Headache, Its Varieties And Treatment: Two Lectures (1873) is a book written by Peter Wallwork Latham. The book provides a comprehensive overview of nervous or sick headaches, their various types, and the available treatments for them. The author has based his work on his extensive experience in treating patients with headache disorders. The book is divided into two parts, with each part containing a lecture. In the first lecture, the author discusses the different types of headaches, their causes, symptoms, and diagnosis. He provides a detailed description of the nervous or sick headache, which is characterized by a throbbing pain on one side of the head, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. The lecture also covers other types of headaches, such as the congestive headache, hemicrania, and neuralgia.In the second lecture, the author focuses on the treatment of nervous or sick headaches. He discusses the various medications that can be used to alleviate the symptoms of headaches, such as opium, chloral, and bromide of potassium. The author also provides advice on lifestyle changes that can help prevent headaches, such as avoiding certain foods and drinks, getting enough sleep, and managing stress.Overall, On Nervous Or Sick-Headache, Its Varieties And Treatment: Two Lectures (1873) is a valuable resource for anyone suffering from headaches or interested in learning more about them. The author's expertise and detailed explanations make this book a must-read for anyone looking for effective treatments for headache disorders.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.