DEP/DUA/1/32/37 (Normalised version)

Agnes Neil

(1783)

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Agnes Neil.

In this case a distinctly marked instance of Palsy.

And seems to partake somewhat of nature both of Hemiplegia & Paralysis.

For of former have evidence in affection being much more considerable in right side than left.

While latter again distinctly [marked] by being entirely confined below umbilical region.

From situation however much more difficulty in name than in reality.

And here affection arose from a cause very often inducing Paralysis.

Long continual exposure viz of parts to action of cold.

From this circumstance some additional grounds for hopes of recovery.

For of all species of Paralysis those from cold perhaps most readily curable.

[Here] however obstinacy of case, long continuation & affection of alimentary canal much against patient.

And indeed hitherto endeavours in good measure directed with view to obviating costiveness the consequence of Paralysis.

Was with this intention that had first recourse to Aloetic pills.

And after these found of little effect, that have since employed [T.] [Jala]

But with respect to Paralysis itself cure hitherto trusted to Camphor.

In this course mean to continue yet for some time longer.

And if found unsuccessful next intend if can procure it to make trial of Arnica Montana.