Letter 1990

Ralph Freman to Hans Sloane – November 6, 1714


Item info

Date: November 6, 1714
Author: Ralph Freman
Recipient: Hans Sloane

Library: British Library, London
Manuscript: Sloane MS 4043
Folio: ff. 308-309



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Transcription

Freman’s son has come to visit him. Ralph Freman (1627-1714) was MP for Hertfordshire (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ralph_Freman_(1627-1714)).




Patient Details

  • Patient info
    Name: N/A Ralph Freman
    Gender:
    Age:
  • Description

    Freman's stomach is out of sorts. He is constipated. The pain is relieved with every bowel movement. One leg is swollen and the other has begun to swell.

  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
    Previous Treatment:
    Ongoing Treatment:

    Freman has sent his 'Charriott' to bring Sloane to him for a consultation and treatment.


    Response:
  • More information
  • Medical problem reference
    Pain, Stomach, Inflammations, Constipation