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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1912 Excerpt: ...came back in the same condition. Before treatment the patient was confined to bed, and the right arm, which was flexed, could only be raised a little. The treatment consisted of 60 Cc. Rheumatism Phylacogen administered subcutaneously: first dose 5 Cc., five following doses 10 Cc., seventh dose 5 Cc. Treatment was followed by a typical reaction, beginning with the first dose and diminishing after fourth dose. After the fourth injection patient slept, and on waking found that she had recovered the use of the right hand, and was able to hold a comb and dress her hair. After the seventh injection patient was free of all rheumatic symptoms and was able to make a railroad trip to her home, unattended. She contemplates taking a few more doses with a view of preventing recurrent attacks. Her general health was very much improved. Patient thinks Rheumatism Phylacogen is a blessing to mankind. (M839.) Case 5.--Female, aged 60. Diagnosis: Chronic articular rheumatism. Previous history: Patient had been in bed the greater part of the last two years, able to sit up only at times. Had just returned from H. S. with very little improvement. Both lower limbs flexed. 60 Cc. Rheumatism Phylacogen administered as follows: first dose 5 Cc., which was followed by a slight reaction; five subsequent doses of 10 Cc. administered with typical reaction. The improvement was general and resulted in the total disappearance of all pain, and there exists a slight ankylosis of the right knee. The patient enjoyed fairly good health before the treatment, but since the treatment her general health is much improved. The Doctor contemplates giving additional R. P. treatment with the view of overcoming the ankylosis. Patient is greatly pleased with the results. The Doctor is highly elated over ...