Eucalyptol (cineole)
Categories: TermsColorless oily liquid, C10H18O, from eucalyptus; used in
pharmaceuticals, flavoring, and perfumery.
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ENTERITIS
Acute inflammation of the small intestines. Aconite 2X dil. Put ten drops in a glass half full of water and give one to two teaspoonfuls everyone to three hours. When it is at the commencement, caused by cold, with dry skin, dry tongue and fever. A... EPILEPSY. (Falling Sickness)
This is an affection of the nervous system, characterized by attacks of unconsciousness, with or without convulsion. Causes. In a large proportion of cases the disease begins before puberty. It rarely begins after twenty-five. It is more liable to att... Epsom Salts
Hydrated magnesium sulfate, MgSO4.7H2O, used as a cathartic and to reduce inflammation. ergot Fungus (Claviceps purpurea) infecting cereal plants; forms compact black masses of branching filaments that replace many of the grains of the h... Erigeron
Genus of composite herbs having flower heads resembling asters. Formerly used as a diuretic and as a hemostatic in uterine hemorrhage ... Erysipelas
Acute skin disease caused by hemolytic streptococcus; marked by localized inflammation and fever. Also called Saint Anthony's fire. ... ERYSIPELAS
The onset is sudden, high fever, and a local redness with a sharply defined margin between it and a healthy skin. It frequently appears upon the nose and spreads over one cheek or both. It may show only a smooth raised skin, or there may be vesicles. ... ERYSIPELAS
Erysipelas is an infectious disease, and it is usually caused by a germ which we call "streptococcus pyogenes." The disease shows itself by its local symptoms, pain, swelling, etc., and also by general or constitutional symptoms such as fever, headache,... ERYSIPELAS
Belladonna 3X dil. Bright red color, pain in head and eyes; full throbbing, bounding pulse. Rhus tax 6X dil. When swelling is dark and in the form of vesicles. Apis Mel 2X trit. (tablet form) for puffy swollen kind. Urine is generally light yellow ... Erysipelas, Antiseptic Wash for
"Hyposulphite of Soda 8 ounces Carbolic Acid (200 drops) 3-1/3 drams Soft Water 1 pint" The above wash has very strong recommendations as a local application. It was secured from a family that had used i... Eschar
Dry scab or slough formed on the skin caused by a burn or by the action of a corrosive or caustic substance. ... ESOPHAGUS, INFLAMMATION OF
Aconite 2X dil. if there is much fever. Belladonna 3X dil. If there is much local pain. ... Eucaine
A crystalline substance, C15H21NO2, used as a local anesthetic, substituting for cocaine, in veterinary medicine. ... Eucalyptol (cineole)
Colorless oily liquid, C10H18O, from eucalyptus; used in pharmaceuticals, flavoring, and perfumery. ... Eucalyptus
Trees of the genus Eucalyptus, native to Australia; they have aromatic leaves that yield an oil used medicinally. ... Examination of the Patient
The physician needs to satisfy himself as to the position of the child, etc. This can be done by an examination of the abdomen and also of the vagina. He must determine whether the child is alive, its position, the condition of the cervix and mouth of t... EXCESSIVE SWEATING. (Hyperidrosis)
This is a disorder of the sweat glands in which sweat is thrown out in excessive quantities. Symptoms. It may be great only in the armpit where it stains the clothing. When it comes on the hands and feet they may be wet, clammy and have an offensive ... Exercise, Rest and Sleep
Plenty of exercise in the open air should be taken daily, without this health cannot be maintained. It should not be violent or so great as to fatigue and overtire. Slow riding in a carriage and walking will give the best results. Horseback riding and r... EXOPHTHALMIC GOITRE. (Parry's, Graves or Basedows Disease)
It is characterized by exophthalmos (bulging of the eyes), Goitre, fast beating of the heart, trembling and nervousness. Causes. It is most common in women from twenty to thirty. Several cases may occur in the same family. The exact cause is unknown.... EYELASHES AND EYEBROWS
The best application for these is the simplest. Just a little yellow vaselin, which encourages growth. Don't clip, either. Frequent brushing will generally train the brows into a shapely line. A heavy, coarse hair may be pulled out with the fingers. ... EYES, Simple Inflammation of
Aconite 2X dil. First stage. Belladonna 3X dil. Second stage. Mercurius 3X trit. (tablet form) when there is a thick discharge. ... EYES, weak and watery
Ruta 3X dil. (may need glasses). EYES, stye on lids. Pulsatilla 3X dil. Four times daily. ... FACE POWDERS
There are few women who do not at times have occasion to use face powder. A woman once remarked: "It isn't decent not to in summer--one looks so greasy without." There are many face powders on the market, some of which are comparatively harmless, while ... FAINTING
Place the patient on her back, with the head low and feet raised unless the face is flushed. The face is generally pale. Loosen the clothing about the waist, throat, etc. Plenty of air and no crowding around the patient. ACCIDENTS AND POISO... FALLING OR PROLAPSE OF THE WOMB
The womb may come down and remain in the vagina (incomplete falling). When the womb escapes at the vulva it is called a complete falling (prolapse or procidentia). For the Incomplete Kind. Replace the womb and wear a support for months. For the Com...