Epidemic Meningitis: Or Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis (1867)

Epidemic Meningitis: Or Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis is a book written by Alfred Stille in 1867. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the disease, its causes, symptoms, and treatment methods. Meningitis is a serious infection that affects the brain and spinal cord, and the book explores the different types of meningitis, including the epidemic form of the disease.The book covers the history of meningitis epidemics, including the outbreaks that occurred in the United States and Europe in the 19th century. It also discusses the various theories on the causes of the disease, including environmental factors and contagion.Stille provides a detailed description of the symptoms of meningitis, which include fever, headache, neck stiffness, and confusion. He also describes the various treatment methods that were used at the time, including bloodletting and the use of opium.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, infectious diseases, and public health. It provides a fascinating insight into the early understanding of meningitis and the efforts to control its spread.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.