Elephantiasis Graecorum: Or True Leprosy (1873)

By Robert Liveing

Book Overview

""Elephantiasis Graecorum: Or True Leprosy"" is a medical book written by Robert Liveing in 1873. The book is focused on the study of leprosy, a chronic infectious disease that affects the skin, mucous membranes, and nerves. It explores the history, symptoms, and treatment of the disease, with a particular focus on the form of leprosy known as Elephantiasis Graecorum.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which provides detailed information on various aspects of the disease. The first chapter gives an overview of the history of leprosy, tracing its origins back to ancient times. The following chapters discuss the symptoms and diagnosis of Elephantiasis Graecorum, as well as the various treatments that have been used throughout history.Liveing also includes several case studies in the book, which provide real-life examples of patients suffering from the disease. These case studies help to illustrate the severity of the disease and the challenges faced by those who suffer from it.Overall, ""Elephantiasis Graecorum: Or True Leprosy"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed look at one of the most devastating diseases in human history. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the study of infectious diseases.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164632442
• ISBN13: 9781164632443
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"