The Homeopathic Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Pedology, 1889, Vol. 11 (Classic Reprint)

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Excerpt from The Homeopathic Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Pedology, 1889, Vol. 11I decided on a thorough curetting of the uterus, first using Thomas' wire curette followed by Simon's sharp edged instrument, and removing about a tablespoonful of a substance, fibrous, with a brain-like appearance mixed with it. The uterine cavity was then swabbed out with compound tincture of iodine, a tampon of hamamelis applied, and absolute rest enjoined.No more hemorrhage occurred for nearly a month, and then it appeared so much like a profuse menstrual 'fiow that I allowed it to go on for five days. At that time it seemed inclined to grow worse, when the uterus was again curetted as before. The diseased tissue occupied the posterior wall of the fundus. It had a distinct, ridgy, cockscomb-like feeling, but its removal was not attended with the slightest pain. In fact no amount of manipulation caused any pain at any time! This time I applied a 30 per cent. Solution of chromic acid to the interior of the womb, and prescribed tincture hydrastis, 20 drops three times a day. To cause contraction of the uterine blood-vessels, as in cases of sub involution.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis 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.