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John Brown (1735-88) Scottish physician, 1791. He proposed the Brunonian system
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Date: 28th March 2014
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John Brown (1735-88) Scottish physician, 1791. He proposed the Brunonian system
John Brown (1735-88) Scottish physician, 1791. He proposed the Brunonian system of medicine which had two classes of disease 1: sthenic (resulting from excess) 2: asthenic (resulting from deficiency). Brown disapproved of blood-letting. Etching of 1791 by John Kay (1742-1826)
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1791 Brown Classes Disease Etching Excess John Medicine Physician Proposed Scientist Scottish System Blood Letting Deficiency Disapproved Resulting
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This etching from 1791 showcases the esteemed Scottish physician, John Brown (1735-88), who revolutionized the field of medicine with his groundbreaking Brunonian system. In this portrait by John Kay (1742-1826), we witness a man whose ideas challenged traditional medical practices of his time. Brown's innovative system categorized diseases into two distinct classes: sthenic and asthenic. The former resulted from excesses in the body, while the latter stemmed from deficiencies. This classification allowed for a more nuanced understanding of ailments and paved the way for personalized treatment approaches. Notably, Brown disapproved of blood-letting, a common practice during that era. His rejection of this method demonstrated his commitment to questioning prevailing medical dogmas and seeking alternative solutions. The etching beautifully captures Brown's intellectual prowess and scientific curiosity. With an intense gaze and thoughtful expression, he appears deep in contemplation, perhaps pondering new ways to alleviate human suffering through his revolutionary system. As we admire this historical image, let us remember John Brown as not just a Scottish physician but also as a visionary scientist who fearlessly proposed unconventional ideas that forever changed the landscape of medicine.
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