Epidemic Meningitis: Or Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis (1867)

By Alfred Stillé and Alfred Still

Book Overview

Epidemic Meningitis: Or Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis is a medical book written by Alfred Stille in 1867. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the symptoms, causes, and treatment of meningitis, a disease that was prevalent during the 19th century. Stille's work is based on his personal experience as a physician during the outbreak of meningitis in Philadelphia in 1865. The book covers various aspects of meningitis, including its history, epidemiology, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment. Stille provides a detailed description of the symptoms of meningitis, including headache, fever, neck stiffness, and confusion. He also discusses the various causes of meningitis, such as bacteria and viruses, and the different types of meningitis, such as acute and chronic meningitis. The book also includes a discussion of the different treatment options available at the time, including the use of drugs and surgical interventions. Overall, Epidemic Meningitis: Or Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the understanding and treatment of meningitis during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint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: 116463562X
• ISBN13: 9781164635628
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"