02541cam a22003253u 4500 65003 UtSlPG 20260610134512.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 RC Culverwell, Robert James, 1802-1852 Porneiopathology : A Popular Treatise on Venereal and Other Diseases of the Male and Female Genital System; With Remarks on Impotence, Onanism, Sterility, Piles, and Gravel, and Prescriptions for Their Treatment Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-04-06 Brian Coe, Quentin Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Porneiopathology" by Robert James Culverwell is a comprehensive treatise on venereal and other diseases of the male and female genital systems, written in the early 19th century. This work seeks to educate the general public about the structure and anatomy of genital organs, symptoms, and treatments of various sexual health issues, including impotence and syphilis, while emphasizing the importance of seeking professional medical help." The opening of the treatise sets the stage for a detailed examination of venereal diseases, particularly gonorrhea, by highlighting the common misconceptions and shame surrounding these issues that often delay patients in seeking help. Culverwell expresses concern about the widespread human suffering that results from delaying medical intervention and illustrates the subtle progression of venereal ailments that can manifest in serious long-term health consequences. He argues for the value of making medical knowledge accessible to non-professionals and offers reassurance that this guide is intended to empower patients to understand their conditions better, while still stressing the necessity of consulting qualified practitioners when needed. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sexual health Sexually transmitted diseases Genitourinary organs -- Diseases https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65003 105826 105826