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An Experimental Essay on Cutaneous Absorption; Published as an Inaugural Dissertation: Submitted to the Examination of the Rev. John Andrews, D.D. ... University of Pennsylvania, on the 5th Day O - Softcover
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Excerpt from An Experimental Essay on Cutaneous Absorption; Published as an Inaugural Dissertation: Submitted to the Examination of the Rev. John Andrews, D.D. Provost (Pro Tempore), The Trustees, and Medical Faculty of the University of Pennsylvania, on the 5th Day of June, 1805, for the Degree of Doctor of Medicine
IN selecting the subject of cuticular absorption for an in augural dissertation, I have not been misled, either by the hope of offering any thing new on so interesting a question, or of ren dering that which we already know more valuable by the beauties of my style, or the force and perspicuity of my reasoning.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating book explores the concept of cutaneous absorption, the alleged ability of the skin to absorb substances into the bloodstream. The author, a medical scholar, challenges this long-held belief through a series of meticulous experiments and logical reasoning. Throughout history, the idea of cutaneous absorption has been intertwined with various medical theories and practices. However, the author presents compelling evidence against its existence, arguing that it is a misconception stemming from a flawed understanding of the lymphatic system. The author's rigorous experiments, which include applying substances like turpentine and garlic to the skin, demonstrate that these substances do not enter the bloodstream through the skin but rather through the lungs. This challenges the notion that medicines or toxins can be absorbed directly through the skin, a belief that has influenced medical practices for centuries. By debunking the myth of cutaneous absorption, this book sheds new light on the intricate workings of the human body and the mechanisms by which substances interact with it. It provides a valuable contribution to medical knowledge and encourages a more nuanced understanding of the role of the skin in our overall health. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259071150_0
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