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About The Book: This succinct manual delineates prevalent illnesses impacting Europeans in India. Prioritizing pragmatism, the author concentrates on tangible disease manifestations and effective remedies, intentionally excluding theoretical discourse. Tailored to assist novice medical practitioners, the guide also tackles the obstacles encountered by Medical Officers in India due to distinctive communication protocols. Rushed into publication before the author's departure overseas, the document encompasses diverse subjects, encompassing the effects of diseases, climatic influences, and specific conditions like Remittent Fever, Dysentery, Hepatitis, Cholera, Apoplexy, and Delirium Tremens. Additionally, the manual furnishes practical counsel for Medical Officers in India, covering aspects such as troop disembarkation, retrenchments, responsibilities, and regular duties. About The Author: Sir Charles Alexander Gordon (1821-1899) was KCB, MD, who held the position of Surgeon General in the Army. He authored several books, including "Army Hygiene" in 1866, "Experiences of an Army Surgeon in India" in 1872, "On Sickness and Mortality Among Europeans in India" in 1857, "Lessons on Hygiene and Surgery from the Franco-Prussian War" in 1873, and "Inoculation for Rabies and Hydrophobia: A Study of the Literature on the Subject" in 1887, among others. The Title 'The Principal Diseases of India, Briefly Described: With Hints on the Duties of Medical Officers in That Country written/authored/edited by Charles Alex. Gordon', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121275316 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 108 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Communicable Diseases. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-