Benjamin Rush (Philadelphia) letter to unidentified, 1810 October 20

Containers:
Box 2, Folder 4
Creator:
Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813
Extent:
1 Leaf
Physical description:
4 pages; 25 cm
Scope and content:

Rush replies to a requested consult regarding a severe case of hemorrhoids or other bowel problem. He proposes that if the patient is willing to visit Philadelphia, the problem can be treated surgically.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Josiah Charles Trent Collection, 1956
Alternative form available:

3-page transcript available

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