wunder · LibraryCHAPTER XXXII. Mineral Springs and Choice of Spa
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Difficulties of Definition and Classification. Radio-activity. General Principles of Spa Treatment. Physiological Action of Radium Emanation. Activation of Body Ferments. Influence of Uric Acid Metabolism. Increased Excretion of Uric Acid. Subjective Phenomena of Gout in Relation to Blood Content and Excretion of Uric Acid. Therapeutic Action and Application. Alimentary Disorders. Glycosuria. Raised Blood Pressure. Choice of Spa. The Spare and the Obese. Waters Suitable for Various Types of Dyspepsia. Bickel’s Experiments. Mineral Waters in Associated Morbid Conditions. Glycosuria. Oxaluria. Phlebitis. Respiratory Disorders. Fibrositis. Gouty Eczema. Uric Acid Gravel. Arterio-sclerosis. Chronic Nephritis. Concluding Remarks on Spa Treatment pp. 431-465
INDEX pp. 457-469
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