Hard Chancre of the Eyelids and Conjunctiva (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

0366291688 / 9780366291687

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Print on Demand. This book examines the historical incidence of syphilis within the eyelid, commonly known as the initial lesion of syphilis, or the primary sign of constitutional syphilis. The author has gathered information from various sources, including medical journals, dissertations, and other academic works, to provide a comprehensive overview of the knowledge surrounding this rare medical occurrence. Historically, this condition has been most prevalent in France and the surrounding countries, as opposed to England or the United States, leading to varying perspectives and approaches to the subject. The book delves into the specific details of the cases studied by the author, including the mode of contagion, the site of the ulcer, the symptoms, and the treatment options available. The most common methods of transmission include kissing, sharing saliva, or contact with an infected person's hand or clothing. Many of the cases involved infants or young children who contracted the disease through contact with infected adults. The lesions were typically located on the lid margin or the inner surface of the lid, and presented with characteristics such as swelling, irritation, and a hardened base. Treatment options for eyelid chancres have varied over time, but have generally been challenging, with the disease often proving resistant to standard treatments. The author discusses the use of cauterization, mercury, and other methods, as well as the potential for complications such as iritis or choroiditis. The book concludes by emphasizing the significance of recognizing and accurately diagnosing eyelid chancres, not only for the proper treatment of the initial lesion but also for identifying and managing the potential systemic effects of syphilis. 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.…

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Title
Hard Chancre of the Eyelids and Conjunctiva (Classic Reprint)
Author
David Debeck
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
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New
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Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
0366291688
ISBN 13
9780366291687
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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