Title: 1596 MEDICAL TREATISE by ANDRE du LAURENS antique VELLUM BOUND Description: Du Laurens André De Crissibus Libri Tres: Adiecta Est Universalis Quædam Methodus Ad Prognosin, Et Crises Omnium Morborum, Sed Præcipueacutorum Morborum Conferens Francofurti: ex officina Paltheniana sumtibus heredum Petri Fischeri; 1596 [8], 278, [10] pp. Original limp vellum, manuscript title to the spine Woodcut printer's mark on the title page, text in italics, Greek and Roman, woodcut frieze and initials. Period manuscript entry on the title page, upper external corner of the first leaves with a small loss, slightly browned leaves, period marginalia, some occasional stains Size 4 by 6" Text in Latin This book offers a vivid exploration of critical days in the course of an acute illness, providing a deep dive into ancient medical knowledge and practices. The author draws upon the foundational work of Hippocrates and Galen, examining their theories and observations on critical days that determine the outcome of a disease. The book delves into the significance of these critical days, explaining how they can indicate the severity and progression of an illness. It discusses the role of crisis, the body's attempt to expel harmful substances, and the different types of crisis, such as sweating, vomiting, and diarrhea. The author explores the concept of critical days in the context of ancient Greek medicine, emphasizing their importance in diagnosis and prognosis. Through an examination of ancient medical texts and case studies, the book sheds light on the factors that influence critical days, including the patient's age, constitution, and the nature of the disease. It also discusses the importance of observing the patient's symptoms and signs, such as pulse, respiration, and excretions, to determine the appropriate course of treatment. Please see my other auctions
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