The Physiology of Gout, Rheumatism, and Arthritis (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book challenges conventional wisdom on gout, rheumatism, and arthritis, which were often considered incurable in the early 20th century. The author, a physician with decades of experience, rejects the prevalent theories of the time, including those based on bacterial infection, dietary excess, and uric acid accumulation. Instead, he proposes a new understanding of these conditions as physiological aberrations, arising from impaired bodily functions. The book delves into the intricacies of metabolism, examining the chemical processes involved in the breakdown of dead cells and the role of urea and lactic acid in maintaining the body's delicate chemical balance. Through careful observation and experimentation, the author identifies the true nature of the "urate", a key player in gout, and demonstrates its distinct composition from previously accepted theories. The author also emphasizes the importance of the skin as a vital organ for excretion and oxidation, highlighting the often overlooked role of physical factors such as cold and heat in triggering these conditions. This groundbreaking work offers a fresh perspective on the nature of these ailments, emphasizing the importance of understanding the body's complex mechanisms rather than relying on simplistic explanations. Through this insightful analysis, the book provides a roadmap for physicians to diagnose and treat these ailments with greater accuracy and hope. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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