In the treatment of fevers, we must endeavor to remove all intruding agents, their influences and effects, and reëstablish a full, free, and universal equilibrium throughout the system. "The means are," says Professor Curtis, "antispasmodics, stimulants, and tonics, with emollients to grease the wheels of life. Disprove these positions, and we lay by the pen and 'throw physic to the dogs.' Adhere strictly to them in the use of the best means, and you will do all that can be done in the hour of need."

MILK OR PUERPERAL FEVER.

Treatment.—Aperients are exceedingly important in the early stages, for they liberate any offending matter that may have accumulated in the different compartments of the stomach or intestines, and deplete the system with more certainty and less danger than blood-letting.

Aperient for Puerperal Fever.

Rochelle salts,4 ounces.
Manna,2 ounces.
Extract of butternut,half an ounce.
Dissolve in boiling water,3 quarts.

To be given at a dose.

By the aid of one or more of the following drinks, the aperient will generally operate:—

Give a bountiful supply of hyssop tea, sweetened with honey. Keep the surface warm.

Suppose the secretion of milk to be arrested; then apply warm fomentations to the udder.

Suppose the bowels to be torpid; then use injections of soap-suds and salt.