Treatment of Cholera in the Royal Hospital, Haslar / during the months of July and August, 1849, with remarks on the name and origin of the disease.

Name: Treatment of Cholera in the Royal Hospital, Haslar / during the months of July and August, 1849, with remarks on the name and origin of the disease.
Author: John Wilson

By John Wilson

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An eyewitness account of cholera cases treated at the Royal Hospital, Haslar during July and August 1849, outlining clinical practice and outcomes. It describes immediate hot baths, abdominal and limb friction, opiates, frequent calomel dosing, oil of turpentine given orally and by enema, enemata, sinapisms, occasional bloodletting, and other supportive measures. The author argues turpentine promotes mercurial action and intestinal restraint, distinguishes epidemic disease from bilious variants, reports 37 admissions with 12 deaths, and analyzes patterns of collapse, re‑action, prognosis, and the disease's name and origin.

About the Author

John Wilson

John Wilson was a 19th-century Scottish author known for his diverse contributions to literature, including poetry, essays, and historical accounts. He is perhaps best recognized for his work "A History of the Durham Miner's Association 1870-1904," which provides a detailed examination of the miners' organization and its significance in labor history. Wilson's writings often reflect his interests in social issues and the natural world, as seen in his travel narrative "A Visit to the Mammoth Cave of Kentucky." His literary style is characterized by a blend of personal reflection and scholarly insight, making his works valuable for both historical and literary studies.