Letter 0078

J. Kerridge to Hans Sloane – April 23, 1720


Item info

Date: April 23, 1720
Author: J. Kerridge
Recipient: Hans Sloane

Library: British Library, London
Manuscript: Sloane MS 4075
Folio: f. 348



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Patient Details

  • Patient info
    Name: Lady Garrard
    Gender:
    Age:
  • Description
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
    Previous Treatment:
    Ongoing Treatment:

    Bled twice, as per Sloane's instructions. Took unnamed mixture, which he also prescribed. Glysters.


    Response:

    She was fine immediately after being bled, but later became very flushed and had a fever. She was eventually left "bravely, easie, well" but had some diarrhea.

  • More information
  • Medical problem reference
    Fevers, Stomach