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Organon Of Medicine

Organon Of Medicine

Dudgeon, R. E.
Hahnemann, Samuel

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Medical ReferenceFiction AnthologiesGeneral Alternative Health

ISBN10: 1163104787
ISBN13: 9781163104781
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Organon of Medicine is a seminal work in the field of homeopathy, written by the German physician Samuel Hahnemann. Originally published in 1810, the book outlines the principles and practice of homeopathy, a system of medicine based on the principle of like cures like. Hahnemann believed that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used to treat similar symptoms in a sick person, provided the substance is diluted and succussed (shaken vigorously) to increase its potency and reduce its toxicity.The Organon is divided into six sections, each of which covers a different aspect of homeopathy. In the first section, Hahnemann explains the principles of homeopathy and the importance of individualization in treatment. He also discusses the concept of vital force, which he believed was responsible for maintaining health and healing the body.The second section covers the process of case-taking, which involves gathering detailed information about the patient's symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle. Hahnemann believed that this information was essential for selecting the most appropriate remedy for the patient.The third section deals with the preparation and administration of homeopathic remedies. Hahnemann explains the process of dilution and succussion, and discusses the different potencies of remedies and their effects on the body.The fourth section covers the principles of cure, including the importance of removing obstacles to healing and the role of the physician in guiding the patient through the healing process.The fifth section deals with the limitations of homeopathy and the need for collaboration with other branches of medicine. Hahnemann acknowledges that homeopathy is not a panacea and that some cases may require surgery or other forms of treatment.The final section is a collection of aphorisms, or concise statements, summarizing the key principles of homeopathy. These aphorisms are often quoted by homeopaths and are considered to be essential reading for anyone interested in the practice of homeopathy.Overall, the Organon of Medicine is a comprehensive and influential work that has had a significant impact on the development of homeopathy as a medical discipline. It remains a valuable resource for homeopaths and anyone interested in alternative approaches to health and healing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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