Johann Georg Steigertahl to Hans Sloane – August 12, 1717
Item info
Date: August 12, 1717 Author: Johann Georg Steigertahl Recipient: Hans SloaneLibrary: British Library, London Manuscript: Sloane MS 4045 Folio: ff. 31-32
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Language
French
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Library
British Library, London
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Categories
Medical
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Subjects
Mineral Waters
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Date (as written)
August 12, 1717
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Standardised date
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Origin (as written)
Hamptoncourt
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Others mentioned
Baron de Goert Charles Cadogan
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Patients mentioned
George I of Great Britain
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Transcription
Steigertahl sends his respects to Sloane’s daughter and her husband Mr Cadogan. Johann Georg Steigertahl (1666-1740) was the personal physician to George I of England. He was a member of the Royal Society and secured the purchase of Engelbert Kaempfer’s collection of East Asian curiosities for Sir Hans Sloane in 1723 (http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johann_Georg_Steigerthal).
Patient Details
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Patient info
Name: N/A George I of Great Britain
Gender:
Age: -
Description
His Majesty experienced a loss of appetite.
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Diagnosis
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Treatment
Previous Treatment:
Steigertahl had him take the mineral waters of Egra.
Ongoing Treatment:
Response:The mineral waters of Egra improved the King's temperament.
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More information
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Medical problem reference
Loss of appetite