The Value of Escharotics: Or Medicines Which Will Destroy Any Living or Fungus Tissue in the Treatment...

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Perry Nichols

The Value of Escharotics

Name: The Value of Escharotics
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Or Medicines Which Will Destroy Any Living or Fungus Tissue in the Treatment of Cancer, Lupus,...

Perry Nichols

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

History of medicine; Oncology; Dermatology

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""The Value of Escharotics"" provides a specialized look into historical medical treatments for life-threatening and chronic conditions during the early 20th century. Written by Perry Nichols, this work explores the use of escharotics-medicines designed to destroy living or fungus tissue-as a primary method for treating cancer, lupus, tumors, and chronic ulcers. The text details the application and perceived efficacy of these caustic agents, offering a window into the evolution of oncological and dermatological practices before the widespread adoption of modern surgical and radiological techniques.

Nichols argues for the importance of chemical treatments in managing malignant growths and persistent skin ailments. The book serves as a primary source for understanding the development of early medicinal approaches to complex diseases. Readers interested in the history of medicine, the study of early cancer therapies, and the clinical application of topical treatments will find this volume a significant historical document. It captures the intersection of early medical theory and the practical application of chemical science in a clinical setting, documenting a specific era in the quest for effective treatments for challenging illnesses.

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By: Perry Nichols
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 345g
ISBN: 9781026068038
ISBN 10: 1026068037
Pages: 244
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active