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 OPHTHALMIC

THERAPEUTICS.
BY

GEO. S. NORTON, M.D.,

PROFESSOR OF OPHTHALMOLOGY IN THE COLLEGE OF THE NEW YORK OPH
THALMIC HOSPITAL, SENIOR SURGEON TO THE NEW YORK OPH
THALMIC HOSPITAL, OPHTHALMIC AND AURAL
SURGEON TO THE HOMOEOPATHIC
HOSPITAL ON WARDS
ISLAND.

WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY PROF. T. F. ALLEN, M.D.

SECOND EDITION,
Re-written and Revised, with Copious Additions.

BOERICKE & TAFEL:

NEW YORK: PHILADELPHIA:
145 GRAND STREET. 1 Oil ARCH STREET.
1882.
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Copyright, 1882, by Boericke &* Tafel.
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TO THE

NEW YORK OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL

THIS LITTLE MANUAL IS

DEDICATED,
IN APPRECIATION OF THE FACILITIES IT AFFORDS FOR THE RELIEF OF SUF
FERING AND THE ADVANCEMENT OF MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE.
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 INTRODUCTION

When the New York Ophthalmic Hospital was placed under

the care of surgeons who prescribed drugs in accordance with
the homoeopathic law of cure, there was but little precedent
for them to follow. The whole of our literature was searched
for cases of eye complaints cured homoeopathically, with mea
gre results ; either the alleged cure was doubtful, or the diag
nosis obscure, and the symptoms so vague that no opinion
could be formed as to the real nature of the malady. The
surgeons were compelled to begin de novo, and build up a
clinical record ; and we may be permitted to say that most
satisfactory cures were made. The patient was examined with
two distinct objects in view, first, to make a thorough diagnosis,
second, to obtain symptoms, local and general, which should
indicate a remedy. We were handicapped with no prejudice
in favor of or against any drug, because of a diagnosis, and
were perfectly ready to prescribe any drug in the Materia
Medica, from A to Z, for any form of disease. The writer,
not unfrequently, devoted the larger part of an afternoon to
a single case, and, often a part of a night, poring over our im
perfect symptomatology ; he compiled a large work in manu
script, arranged in sections (of the eye and its appendages) for
ready reference; and gradually there grew a system of ap
proved indications which will always endure. This method
and its results (the brilliant cure of supposed incurables, and
the wonderfully rapid growth of the Hospital as a con
sequence) became widely known, and for years we were im
portuned to publish our observations; finally, our manuscript
was turned over to Dr. Norton, who had become associated
with us in the work, and he put into form for the press, what
we had collected ; which, with his own additions, was pub
lished as Allen and Norton's Ophthalmic Therapeutics. Some
years have elapsed since the issue of that work, the edition
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has been sold, and a new one demanded. Our colleague,

Dr. Norton, has continued to work in the field with unwearied
perseverance and with striking success; the writer has been
called to labor more particularly in the broader field of
general Materia Medica, and deems it proper that his name
should not continue to be associated with Dr. Norton's in this
work, simply because to Dr. Norton is wholly due the honor
of having revised and enlarged this work.
While there is no doubt that the conditions of the eye, in
diseases of that organ,. is a most important factor in the selec
tion of the remedy, still we must not forget that eye diseases
are often, perhaps generally, the expression of a general
cachexia, the remedy for which can only be found by a close
examination of the whole individual. A knowledge of rem
edies for any disease of the eye has been attained in the begin
ning, only by a study of the whole case; and, if it has been
found that for certain pathological states but few drugs are
appropriate, it must still be kept in view that new remedies
are to be found, and that any case may require a drug hither
to unused, for its cure. Among the most brilliant pathologi
cal generalizations in ophthalmic therapeutics may be men
tioned the use of Gelsemium for intra-ocular inflammations
characterized by serous exudation ; Rhus tox. for suppurative
intra-ocular and orbital inflammations; Bryonia for plastic
exudation, and, we may be permitted to add, the American
Aconite (A. uncinatum) for ciliary and peri-orbital neuralgia.
No therapeutist will, however, be content to limit his remedial
resources, in any one of the above diseases, to. the remedy
mentioned. Pilocarpine may be required instead of Gel
semium ; Silicea in place of Rhus ; Phytolacca in place of Bry
onia, or Spigelia instead of Aconite; how shall we decide?
And the selection must be accurate and prompt, for in the
eye, more than anywhere else, delay is dangerous: the symptoms
must always be studied.
T. F. ALLEN.

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 PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.

The many additions to ophthalmic therapeutics, within the

past six years, have rendered necessary a complete revision of
this little manual.
Part First has been wholly rewritten, and several new rem
edies added. The verified symptomatology, which precedes
the clinical application of each drug, has been taken from
Allen's Encyclopedia of Pure Materia Medica, with such other
confirmations as have been made by the author. The clinical
indications have, however, received chief attention, as a fur
ther experience of six years in a large ophthalmic clinic has
naturally developed new remedies, and new indications for old
remedies. Much valuable aid has also been received from
leading oculists throughout the country, who have kindly sent
cases and clinical indications from their own practice; to
which their names will be found appended as authority.
More space has been given, as will be noticed, to illustrative
cases,"with a view of showing the actual symptoms of the dis
ease, for which the remedy should be prescribed, and the re
sults of treatment. In order to make this section as practical
and reliable as possible, considerable matter found in the first
edition has been eliminated. For instance, all material gath
ered from doubtful sources, from practitioners not personally
known to the writer, or, in whom he has not the most implicit
confidence as to their ability to correctly diagnosticate and
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truthfully report their cases, also all statements which further

experience has failed to verify—are omitted in this edition.
Statements and clinical cases in the first edition which were
only verified by Dr. Allen are so indicated in the text. In
every instance when no authority is given, the author may be
considered responsible.
Part Second has been thoroughly revised, and copious ad
ditions made. To prevent useless repetition in this portion of
the work, only a few characteristic indications for each remedy
are usually given. For a more complete 'picture, reference should
always be made to the description of the drug in Part First. Believ
ing that all diagnoses should be made in Latin, but recognizing
the fact that it is more convenient for general use to employ
the English language, it has been deemed advisable to give
both the Latin and English diagnoses for all diseases in this
part.
A carefully prepared glossary of all the special medical
terms used in this book has been compiled by Dr. Malcolm
Leal. In addition to which will be found a general index of
remedies, diseases, and authors.
154 West Thirty-fourth Street,
December \bth, 1881.
GEO. S. NORTON.

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 PREFACE TO THE FIRST EDITION.

Material for this work has been accumulating for many

years, especially since the adoption of the homoeopathic method
by the New York Ophthalmic Hospital.
When we first took our chairs in that institution, there were
few indications for remedies associated with definite lesions of
the eye; our cases were diagnosticated, and then carefully ex
amined at all points for indications of the remedy, and from
time to time groups of remedies have become associated with
definite lesions, and characteristic local indications recog
nized.
These local indications seem at times to be purely clinical
or empirical, but they have always, or nearly always, been
discovered while co-existing with positive and pure Symp
toms of the remedy, but they so often occur independently of
the latter that they frequently assume a relatively greater im
portance.
Our knowledge of the pure effects of drugs upon the eye is
unfortunately meagre, often quite indefinite and unsatisfactory ;
still, we have endeavored to keep to the standard, and have
only permitted the introduction of clinical matter when the
evidence has seemed to justify.
It is proper to explain that the plan of this work is sub
stantially the same as that projected by Dr. Allen a few years
since, and prematurely announced; the material then in hand
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has been augmented by the observations of Dr. Norton, the

whole work written out by him and revised by us jointly.
Incomplete as we know it to be, we feel that its publication
should not be longer delayed, and we offer it to the profession
for most critical examination. All the symptomatology given in
this work has been verified; when no authority is referred to,
the editors are responsible, except when general reference is
made to cases reported. Some observations may be ill-founded ;
many, we feel sure, will prove reliable and contribute to the
preservation and restoration of sight.

T. F. ALLEN.
GEO. S. NORTON.
 CONTENTS.

PART FIRST.
PAGE
Acetic acid to Zincum, ...... 1C— 190

PART SECOND.
ORBIT.
Periostitis, Caries, Necrosis, . . . ... .193
Cellulitis, 194
Morbus Basedowii, . . . . . . . 19o
Tumores 197
Lsesiones, . . . . . . . .197

LACHRYMAL APPARATUS.
Morbi glandulse lachrymarum, . . . . . 198
Dacryocystitis phlegmonosa, . . . . . .198
Dacryocystitis catarrhalis et Strictura ductus lachrymalis, . 199
Fistula lachrymalis, ./ . . . . . .201

LIDS.
(Edema, ......... 202
Blepharitis acuta,' ....... 202
Blepharitis ciliaris, ...... 204
Erysipelas, ........ 212
Hordeolum, ....... 214
Ulcus syphilitica, et Exanthemata, . . . . 2 If)
Epithelioma, Lupus, Sarcoma, . . . 2M
Tumores non maligni, . . . . . 21(i
Ptosis, . ...... 218
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12 CONTENTS.

Blepharospasms, 219
Trichiasis, Distichiasis, . . . 219
Entropium, ..... 220
Ectropium, ..... 220
Lsesiones, ..... 221
Deformitates ingenitse, . . . • 222

CONJUNCTIVA.
Conjunctivitis catarrhalis, 223
" purulenta, .... 229
" diphtheritica et crouposa, 234
" trachomatosa et follicularis, 23G
Ophthalmia phlyctenularis, 241
" traumatica, .... 251
Xerophthalmia, .... 252
Pterygium, ...... 253
Ankyloblepharon et Symblepharon, 254
Tumores, ...... 254
Lsesiones, ..... 254

CORNEA.
Keratitis, ..... 256
" phlyctenularis, .... 266
" traumatica, 266
" parenchymatosa, 266
Descemetitis, ..... 268
Kerato iritis, ..... 268
Leucoma, Macula, etc., 268
Keratoconus, Keratoglobus, Staphyloma corner, . 269
Lsesiones, ..... 270
Tumores, ...... 271

8CLERA.
Episcleritis, Scleritis, Sclero-Choroiditis ant., 271
Staphyloma, ..... 272
Lsesiones, ..... 273

IRIS.
Iritis, ...... 274
Irido-cyclitis, Ophthalmia sympathiea, 281

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 CONTEXTS. i:.i

Synechise, ..... 232

Mydriasis, .... 283
Myosis, ..... 283
Tumores, .... 284
Lsesiones, . , . . . 284

CILIAEY BODY.
Cyclitis, .... •2.5
Lsesiones, ..... 285

CHOROID.
Hypersemia chor., Choroiditis, 2'i(i
Choroiditis suppurativa, 289
Sclerectasia posterior, 291
Tumores, ...... 292
Ruptura chor. et Hemorrhagia, 292
Glaucoma, ..... 293

OPTIC NERVE AND RETINA.

Hypersemia n. opt. et ret., Neuritis, Retinitis, 296
Retinitis syphilitica, 298
" albuminuria, 299
" diabetica, . 300
" leucsemica, 300
Retinitis apoplectica, . , 3 0
" pigmentosa, 301
Ischsemia retinse, 301
Embolia arteria centralis retinse, 302
Hyperesthesia retinse, 302
Amotio retinse, . . . . . 303
Atrophia n. opt. et ret., 304
Amaurosis, Amblyopia, 305
Amblyopia potatorum et nicotiana, 305
Hemiopia, ... 306
Hemeralopia, .... 306
Nyctalopia, . 307
Tumores, ..... 307

LENS.
Cataracta, 308
Ectopia, 309
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VITREOUS HUMOR.
Hyalitis, ........ 309
Opacitates, ........ 309
Corpus alien, et Cysticercus, . . . . . 3!0

REFRACTION AND ACCOMMODATION.

Myopia, . . . . . . . . 311
Presbyopia, ........ 313
Hypermetropia, . . . . . . . 314
Astigmatismus, . . . . . . . 315

MUSCLES AND NERVES.

Paresis sive paralysis muse, oculi, . . . . . 316
Nystagmus, Spasmus muse, eiliaris, . . . . .318
Strabismus, ........ 320
Asthenopia accom. et muse., ...... 321
Neuralgia eiliaris, ....... 324
PART I.
 OPHTHALMIC

THERAPEUTICS.

ACETIC ACID.
Clinical.—The benefit obtained from Aoet. ac. in croupous
inflammation of the air-passages, led to its use in croupous
conjunctivitis. Though empirically prescribed at first, it has
proved of decided value in certain forms of this inflammation.
It is adapted to those cases, in which the false membrane is dense.
yellow-white, tough, and so closely adherent that removal is almost
impossible ; thus differing from Kali bichr., in which the mem
brane is loosely attached, easily rolled up, and separated in
shreds or strings. The lids are oedematously swollen and red,
especially the upper, which hangs down over the lower. It
does not seem to correspond to the diphtheritic form of conjunc
tivitis, for, though the false membrane is closely adherent, it
does not extend deeply into the conjunctival tissue,—no scars
remaining after resolution—and at no time is there firm, rigid
infiltration of the lids. Little or no benefit can be derived
from its use, if the discharge is profuse and purulent, mixed
with small portions of the membrane, or if the cornea has
become involved.
Compare Arg. nitr., Pulsat. and Hepar.
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18 ACONITE.

ACONITE.
Objective.— The lids {especially the upper) are swollen, red and
hard, with a tight feeling ; worse mornings. Edges of lids sore,
red and inflamed. The conjunctiva is intensely hyperxmic and
cedematous, mostly towards the inner canthus. Inflammation
extremely painful, so that one may wish to die. Lachryma-
tion with local inflammations is usually slight, if any.
Subjective.—In the lids, dryness, burning, sensitiveness to air.
Pressure in the upper lids, as if the whole ball were pushed
into the orbit, causing a bruised pain in the eye; itching,
smarting, burning in the eyes, especially worse in the evening.
Sticking and tearing pains around the eyes, worse at night.
The eye is generally sensitive, with much heat, burning, and ach
ing, worse on looking down or turning the eyes ; feeling as if
the eyes were swollen, or as if sand were in them. The ball,
especially the upper half, is sensitive if moved ; feeling as if
it would be forced out of the orbit relieved on stooping ; the
ball feels enlarged, as if protruding and making the lids tense.
Vision as through a veil ; it is difficult to distinguish faces ;
with anxiety and vertigo. Photophobia.
Clinical.—Aconite is the remedy for inflammations of the
eye in general, which are very painful, with heat and burning,
as well as dryness ; also for inflammatory conditions resulting
from injuries, ranging from those of a most severe character,
as when all the tissues of the globe have been injured by a
perforating wound, to those dependent upon the irritant action
of foreign bodies in the cornea or conjunctiva, or the irritation
caused by ingrowing lashes. Sometimes it is indicated in
acute inflammation of the lids or lachrymal sac, though not
as frequently as some other remedies.
The verifications of this drug in the following forms of in
flammation of the conjunctiva are every day occurrences : Ca
tarrhal inflammation (first stage, prior to exudation), marked
by great redness, heat, burning, and pain ; chemosis, with pain
so terrible that patient wishes to die. Early in purulent in
flammation, as illustrated in the case'of a child with following
conditions :—Lids red and swollen ; intense redness of conjunc-
 ACONITE. 19

tiva, and chemosis, worse in the right eye; much purulent

discharge with heat and sticking pains, aggravated in the
morning. Under Aconite 3, with ice externally, a rapid cure
resulted.
Acute aggravations of granular lids and pannus, with excessive
hypersemia, heat and dryness, especially if the aggravation be
induced by overheating from violent exercise, or by exposure
to dry, cold air.
Affections of the cornea seldom require its use, except when
of traumatic origin, although one case of superficial ulceration
of the left cornea, in a woman fifty years of age, which had
been present ten days, with burning heat in the eye and sharp
pain on looking at the light, or reading, was quickly relieved
under Aconite3, after Hepar had failed.
Benefit may be derived in the acute stage of scleritis, with
contracted pupils, sticking or tearing pains, photophobia, blue
circle around the cornea and aching in the ball. (Compare
Spigel.)
For traumatic iritis Aconite is one of the first remedies to be
thought of. It may also be required in simple plastic iritis
when caused by exposure to cold, or in recurrent iritis as
shown in the following case :—A lady, set. 42, had, in both
eyes, quite extensive posterior synechias, resulting from an iri
tis 18 years previous. One week before the doctor saw her,
she was attacked with severe neuralgia, especially in right side
of head. Twenty-four hours later, the right eye became tender
to touch and very painful, lachrymation profuse and hot, peri
corneal and conjunctival injection; pupil dilated sluggishly
and irregularly under the action of Atropine; face flushed.
Rhus tox. and afterwards Merc. corr. were given without avail.
Aconite3 gave almost immediate relief, and in ten days the
patient was well. For one and a half years she had occasional
attacks, which became less frequent, and the trouble finally
disappeared under the influence of Aconite. During some
attacks both eyes were affected, but the right was much worse
than the left. (Atropine was used.)—W. P. Fowler.
Of use in the earlier stages of violent acute inflammation of
the deep structures of the ball, when it becomes sensitive to

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20 AGARICUS.

touch and feels as if it were protruding (rarely, if ever^called

for after the exudative stage is reached).
The following case illustrates the good effects of Aconite in
asthenopia:—A middle-aged man was employed to sort rail
road tickets, to run through columns of figures and do other
fine work by a dim light; in eight days he began to have a
spasmodic closure of the lids and heavy feeling over the eyes ;
then his eyes would get very hot—" felt as though they could
set a match on fire," or as after a lash with a whip. The con
junctiva of the lids was intensely red, with constant winking
and closing of the lids; could hardly force them open. The
heat was always dry, and temporarily relieved by cloths wet
ins cold water; vision normal; refraction normal. Aconite
relieved these symptoms magically, and allowed the man to
continue his work (which he was obliged to do) till time en
abled him to change his occupation.—T. F. A.
In a case of paralysis of the ciliary muscle of one day's
standing, caused by sleeping near an open window, the accom
modation was wholly restored within forty-eight hours after
using Aconite30.

AGARICUS.
Objective.—The lids are half-closed, swollen, especially to
wards the inner canthus ; twitchings of the lids, with contracted
fissura palpebrarum, without swelling. Twitchings of the ball,
often painful; twitching of the ball while reading (especially
the left); very little appearance of inflammatory action.
Subjective.—Pressure and heaviness in the eyes, especially
painful on moving them or exerting them by lamp-light—
with left-sided headache and involuntary twitching of the
facial muscles. The bitings, itchings and jerkings about the
brow and in the lids are very numerous in the provings. In
the eyeball the sensations are mostly pressive and aching ; the
ball is sensitive to touch. Vision dim, as through a veil, with
flickering; reads with difficulty, as the type seems to move.
Short-sightedness.
Clinical.—Agaricus is of the greatest service in spasmodic
 AGARICUS. 21

affections of the lids and muscles of the ball. Its value can
hardly be overestimated in morbid nictitation or chorea-like
spasms of the lids, with general heaviness of them, especially
if the spasms occur on waking, or are relieved temporarily by
washing with cold water. Four drop doses of the tincture,
two or three times a day, will often relieve when the higher
attenuations have no effect.
An interesting case of ansemia of the optic nerve, retina and
choroid, with general tendency to chorea, has been cured by
this drug.—T. F. A.
Benefit has been obtained from Agaricus in myopia, depend
ent upon spasm of the ciliary muscle, especially if complicated
with twitchings of the lids.
Its usefulness in nystagmus is illustrated by the following
case :—A school girl, set. 14, was unable to read, owing to spasms
of the orbicularis and oscillation of the globes. The motion
was circulatory in both eyes and continual, whether eyes were
fixed at near or far points; it caused much pain, indistinct
ness of vision and occasional attacks of vertigo. In three
month's treatment with Agaricus, 3d trit., a powder three times
daily, and gymnastic exercises of the ocular muscles, the globes
were so far controlled as to cease oscillating when the vision
was fixed upon near objects. Improvement continued.—W.
H. WlNSLOW.
That its action upon the muscles is not confined to spasms
is shown in the following case of weakness of the internal
recti :—A lady suffered from muscular asthenopia, consequent
upon uterine disorders and spinal ansemia. The spine was
very sensitive to touch between the shoulders. She could
not fix the eyes long even upon distant objects ; could not con
verge the eyes (weak internal recti). She had sudden jerks
in the ball itself; twitches of the lids, and at times in other
parts of the body ; the lids seemed heavy, as if stuck together,
but were not; she had been given prisms (which, although
allowing binocular vision without effort, gave nature no chance
of recovery herself), and had been under various forms of gen
eral and local treatment. After Agaricus the change was mar
velous; within a week the eyes could be fixed on objects at
22 ALLIUM CEPA—ALUMEN EXS.—ALUMINA.

ten feet without conscious effort ; the unpleasant sensations had

entirely vanished, and the patient was enabled to begin syste
matic gymnastics for the eye (initiated by fixing the eyes on
a white object while it is moved slowly right and left). The
eyes have steadily improved, but the old pain returned in the
spine ; relieved only temporarily by applications of cold water.
—T. F. A.

ALLIUM CEPA.
Lachrymation excessive, especially of the left eye, with red
ness of the eyeball after frequent sneezing. Lachrymation (not
excoriating) with coryza. The lachrymation is for the most
part in the evening, in a warm room; the left eye weeps more
and is more sensitive to the light. Sensation as if something
were under the lid, which causes a gush of tears to wash
it out.
Clinical.—Of use in acute catarrhal conjunctivitis, associated
with a similar condition of the air-passages, as in hay-fever ;
the lachrymation is not excoriating, though the nasal dis
charge is (reverse of Euphrasia).

ALUMEN EXSICCATUM.
Clinical.—This substance, first recommended by Dr. Liebold,
has been employed with great benefit in trachoma, by dusting
the crude powder upon the inner surface of the lids, allowing
it to remain about a minute, more or less, and then washing
off with pure water. At the same time the lower preparations
are given internally. As a saturated solution in glycerine it
may also be used with great benefit in trachoma and pannus.

ALUMINA.
Objective.—The upper lids are weak, seem to hang down as
if paralyzed, especially the left lid ; the lashes fall out ; small
pimples or incipient styes on the lids. Twitching of the lids,
especially right upper. Redness and inflammation of con
junctiva, worse in right eye and aggravated in the evening.
 ALUMINA. 23

Lachrymation, hot or even acrid, may be present, but absence

of lachrymation predominates.. Squinting of the eyes.
Subjective.—Burning and dryness in the lids every evening,
with pain in the internal canthus of left eye and much dry mu
cus in the morning on waking. Morning agglutination; the
eyes burn on being opened, with photophobia; itching in the
canthi ; dryness and excoriation in the internal canthi. In
the eye in general the sensations are: Burning; burning dry
ness ; burning on waking, especially on looking up ; pressure
on the eyes (and eyeballs), cannot open them; also photo
phobia.
Vision.—Dim vision which obliges her to wipe her eyes con
tinually, thus giving relief, with a sensation as if the lids
would adhere in the corners. Dim vision as through a fog,
or as if hairs or feathers were before eyes. In the evening the
vision is dim and eyes dry, so that she cannot use them.
Clinical.— Alumina is indicated in chronic inflammation of
the lids in which there is dryness and smarting without much
destruction of tissue (ulceration), and without great thickening
of the lids.
Nictitation, dependent upon enlarged papillse of the con
junctiva, has been relieved.—J. H. Buffum.
Some cases of chronic granular lids, or loss of power in the
upper lids, met with in old dry cases of granulations, yield
only to this drug. The evening dryness and dimness of the
eyes, with inability to use them, have been verified in cases of
chronic dry catarrh.
Dr. A. AVanstall recommends Alumina very highly for both
acute and chronic catarrhal conjunctivitis, especially the latter,
and sends me this case illustrating its action :—Miss A., set. 18,
artist, for a year or more has been unable to use her eyes at
night. Hm.^. Eyes inflame after using; palpebral conjunc
tiva especially inflamed, with rough appearance on lower lids
(follicular) ; dry scurfs on lashes. The patient declined to wear
glasses. Alumina was prescribed, and in one week she reported,
"I can now read with more ease at night;" and in six weeks
she was entirely cured. A slight relapse eighteen months
later was speedily relieved by the same remedy.
24 AMMONIUM CARBONICUM.

A very remarkable case of " amaurosis," cured by metallic

Aluminum200, was reported in the A. H. Z., Vol. 54, by Bcen-
ninghausen:—The history details an inflammation attacking
the eyes after childbirth, treated allopathically till "amaurosis"
(sic) destroyed the left eye and began to affect the right.
The eye (vision) was most obscured in bright sunlight, and
she could only make her way about the streets in the twilight;
no colors before vision; everything black and dark; constant
headache, worse towards evening and on motion; sweats easily.
Bellad. was first given to arrest progress of disease in right
eye, which it did decidedly; then Conium, "which acts mark
edly on the left eye"; then Bellad. again, with the effect of
stopping the clouds which began to reappear over the right
eye. She became pregnant, and other complaints interfered
with the eye treatment. In three months she complained of a
yellow spot before the eye if she looked at white objects; this
soon disappeared after a dose of Ammon. carb. After confine
ment she had various remedies and other treatment for a time,
under which she became stone blind. She again improved
under Sulphur, Calc., Caust. and Sepia, so that she could see
her way about, but vision was very dim ; the sleep disturbed
by dreams; constipation and headache, were complications.
Having just received Alumin. met.200, he dissolved some in six
spoonfuls of water and ordered a spoonful night and morning
for three days. The result was astonishing; complete restor
ation of vision (as good as formerly) and relief in other re
spects.
Alumina should be one of our most important remedies for
loss of power of the internal recti (compare Conium and Natr.
mur.) and for paralytic squint.

AMMONIUM CARBOMCUM.
Eyes weak and watery, especially after reading. A large
black spot floats before vision after sewing.
Clinical.—Ammon. carb. is especially serviceable in cases
of muscular asthenopia, from overstraining the eyes by pro
longed sewing, etc. (compare Ruta, Natr. mur.). On referring
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to Boenninghausen's case under Alumina, it will be seen that

he cured " yellow spots on looking at white objects " with
Ammon. carb. So far as we know, this is a clinical symptom,
but seems to have been one on which Boenninghausen relied.

AMYL NITRIT.
Under the ophthalmoscope the veins of the disc were seen to
become enlarged, varicose and tortuous; the arteries small,
but not abnormally so. Conjunctiva bloodshot. Protruding,
staring eyes. Sight hazy.
Clinical.—Amyl nitr. is one of the two remedies most fre
quently indicated in a form of ciliary neuralgia with acute
conjunctivitis, dependent upon disturbances in the vaso-motor
system. Its sphere of action is illustrated in the following
case :—Patrick A., twenty-three years of age ; left eye had been
inflamed three weeks before he was seen. For two weeks the
pain had been quite severe, very sharp in character and ex
tending through the left eye to the back of the head ; always
worse at night. The conjunctiva was very red with deep cili
ary injection ; the pupil was contracted, but could be dilated
regularly, though slowly, by Atropine. He was treated as an
out-patient for five days, with Atropine externally and Merc.
protiod. or Merc. corr. internally. As he appeared to be grow
ing worse he was taken into the N. Y. Ophthalmic Hospital,
put to bed, a cotton pad applied to the eye, Atropine instilled,
and Bryon.30 given internally. Only slight temporary relief
seemed to follow the use of the Bryon., and various remedies
were given for three weeks with no permanent benefit. Tere
binth cleared up the urine, which at one time was quite dark,
though it produced no change in the eye. Cedron gave relief
from pain for several days, but nothing permanent. As no
benefit was obtained from Atropine and no tendency to adhe
sion of iris to lens was observed, its use was discontinued. It
was noticed that when the Atropine was stopped for only a few
hours, the pupil would rapidly contract. The tension was fre
quently tested and found to vary, even in a short time, sometimes
being greatly diminished, and again normal. Most of the time,

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26 ANTIMONIUM CRUDUM—APIS MEL.

however, it was decreased ; vision hazy. The left side of the

face was flushed, and its temperature higher than the right;
tongue coated and appetite poor. Amyl nitr.30 was then given.
Amelioration of the pains was noticed within twenty-four
hours, while the redness of the eye and the other abnormal
symptoms began gradually to disappear; in a week he was
discharged, cured.
This drug has been found of great service in some cases of
exophthalmic goitre; one case of which has been completely
cured by the olfaction of Amyl nitrit. alone.—T. F. A.

ANTIMONIUM CRUDUM.
Small humid spots in the external canthus which are very
painful if sweat touches them ; mucus in the canthi mornings
with dry crusts on the lids. Eyes red and inflamed, with
itching and agglutination nights and photophobia mornings ;
lids red with fine stitches in eyeballs. Itching in the canthi.
Clinical.—This drug has cured, or assisted in curing, some
obstinate cases of blepharitis, in which the lids have been in
flamed, swollen and moist, with pustules on the face ; espe
cially when occurring in cross, peevish children. (Compare
Graphites.)
Marked success has been observed by Dr. Wanstall, from
the use of this remedy in scrofulous ophthalmia characterized
by pustules on the cornea, or conjunctiva, with profuse mucous
discharge and lachrymation ; lids swollen, red, excoriated and
bathed in the secretions; accompanying which will be found
pustular eruptions on the face, moist eruptions about and on
the ears, soreness of anterior nares, swollen upper lip, etc.

APIS MEL.
Objective.—Lids much swollen, red and cedematous; often
everted ; the upper lid hangs like a sac over the eye. Erysipelas
of the lids ; they are dark bluish-red, and so swollen as to close
the eye, following severe pains; the swelling extends around
the eyes and down over the cheek. The conjunctiva becomes
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congested, puffy, cedematous and full of dark red veins. Lach-

rymation hot, spirts out of the eye. Lachrymation with burn
ing in the eyes, and with photophobia ; with pains in the eyes
on sewing, evenings ; with pain on looking at bright objects ;
with severe burning and sensation of a foreign body in the
eye.
Subjective.—Burning, stinging and sensation of swelling
around the left eye in the superciliary ridge. Soreness of the
lids and canthi, with agglutination; burning of the edges of
the lids, causing lachrymation. Stinging or itching in the
internal canthi, or smarting of edges of lids. Stinging in the
ball and pain across the forehead; aching pressing in the
lower part of the left eyeball. Fulness inside the ball, with
flushed head and face. Violent shocking pains over the right
eye, extending down to eyeball. Smarting and sensation of
burning in the eyes, with bright redness of the conjunctiva;
very sensitive to light. Stinging pains; pains on sewing; most
dreadful pains shoot through the eye in inflammations; pains
throbbing and burning; pains aggravated on moving the
eyes; photophobia; eyes pain and are easily fatigued on
exertion.
Clinical.—The clinical record of this drug is important,
verifying nearly all its symptoms. It is especially adapted
to oedematous conditions of the lids or conjunctiva, particularly
non-inflammatory; inflammations with burning, biting pains;
inflammations following eruptive diseases; inflammations
with severe shooting pains, heat of the head, red face, cold
feet, etc.; erysipelatous inflammations of the lids, with adjacent
smooth swelling of the face, especially with chemosis.
It is also indicated in various forms of blepharitis with
thickening or swelling, such as incipient phlegmon, with great
puffiness and stinging pains. The following case by Dr. 0.
R. Norton shows its use in acute inflammation of the lids :—
Lids much swollen, red and blue, cannot open them, lachry
mation, much pain, restlessness at night, cold water gives
great relief. Grew worse under Aeon.3. Apis200 cured speedily.
Chronic blepharitis with thickening of conjunctival layer, so
that the lower lid is everted.
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Ulceration of the margins of the lids and canthi with sting

ing pains may require this remedy.
Illustrative of its action in syphilitic ulceration of the lids
is the following case:—Mrs. H., set. 42, for three months had
suffered from ulceration of the lower lid of the right eye. The
history of syphilis was clear. Massive doses of iodide of potas
sium had arrested an extensive ulceration of the soft palate,
but the ulcers on the lid appeared immediately afterward.
There were two ulcers; one extending from the inner canthus
along the margin of the lid to the centre, and the other,
smaller, near the external canthus. They were dark red at
the base with ragged edges; lids cedematously swollen and
red. There was much pain of a sharp, stinging character.
Merc. was given with no benefit; then Apis3, under which
the pain almost immediately ceased, the swelling of the lids
subsided, and in three weeks the ulcers had -entirely healed.
No return of difficulty to present time, five years.—W. P.
Fowler.
Occasionally of service in acute catarrhal conjunctivitis, if
there is bright redness of the conjunctiva and chemosis, with
stinging pains; also in ophthalmia neonatorum with great
swelling of the lids and adjacent cellular tissue.
Various and severe forms of keratitis have been cured by
Apis, although I believe its sphere of usefulness in diseases of
the cornea is very limited. Keratitis, with dreadful pains
shooting through the eyes, with swollen lids and conjunctiva,
with photophobia and hot lachrymation gushing out on open
ing the eyes (see Ehus). Pustular keratitis with chemosis,
dark red conjunctiva and swollen lids. Ulceration of the
cornea, vascular, with photophobia, lachrymation and burning
pain ; lids everted and often ulcerated on the margins.
An interesting case under my care in the N. Y. Ophthalmic
Hospital shows that Apis may be of service in parenchyma
tous keratitis :—A boy, 11 years of age, was brought to me
with the right cornea densely infiltrated, moderate redness and
photophobia. Inflammation was just commencing in the left
eye. The history of hereditary syphilis was tolerably clear.
There was an exostosis on inferior maxilla ; the joints were en-
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larged and painful, so that he could not walk ; high fever and
loss of appetite. He was taken into the hospital, and several
remedies given with no avail. Both cornese became worse,
were infiltrated and inflamed, until vision was nearly lost in
both eyes. His fever also increased and was accompanied
with drowsiness and thirstlessness. Apis1 was given, with im
mediate relief of the drowsiness, fever and inflammatory
symptoms of the eye. Under its influence the cornea began
at once to clear and a complete cure was the final result.
A case of hydrops retinse, with pressive pain in the lower
part of the ball, with flushed face and head, was partially
relieved by Apis, but not cured.—T. F. A.
Asthenopic troubles, especially affections from using the
eyes at night, causing redness of the eyes, with lachrymation
and stinging pains, may call for this remedy.
The character of the pains will usually serve to distinguish
the Apis from the Rhus cases, which are objectively very simi
lar. Apis does not seem to control suppurative inflammations
of the deep structures of the eye as does Rhus, though the
pufliness of the lids might seem to indicate it ; these cases are
at first generally painless, and the external swelling is not
bright red, as are the local and external troubles of Apis.
The burning hot lachrymation calls to mind Arsen., but the
discharges are not acrid and excoriating in Apis, though they
feel burning hot ; besides the Arsenicum cases usually present
a well marked cachexia.

ARGENTUM METALLICUM.
Margins of lids very thick and red. Violent itching in the
canthi.
Clinical.—This remedy has proved useful in some cases of
blepharitis, relieving the severe itching of the lids and angles
of the eye. One case of stricture of the lachrymal duct im
proved very rapidly under its use until lost sight of.—T. F. A.
(Compare the violent itching of this drug with Zinc. in which
it is very marked in the internal canthus.)
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ARGENTUM NITRICUM.
Objective.—Ophthalmia, often with intense pain, abating
in the cool and open air, but intolerable in a warm room.
The conjunctiva, both ocular and palpebral, becomes congested, and
infiltrated, with scarlet redness. The caruncula lachrymalis is
swollen and looks like a lump of red flesh ; clusters of intensely
red vessels extend from the inner canthus to the cornea. Pro
fuse mucous discharge in the morning on waking, with dulness
of the head, especially in the forehead and root of the nose.
The margins of the lids are thick and red; the canthired and
sore. Opacity of the cornea.
(From the local application of this drug, most violent in
flammation of the conjunctiva of the lids and eyeballs en
sues, with profuse muco-purulent discharge which is not
excoriating to the lids.)
Subjective. — Heaviness over the eyes, which open with
difficulty. Boring above the left eye. Infra-orbital neuralgia.
Burning, biting and itching in the eyes, especially in the can-
thi; heat and pain in the ball on motion and touch; aching
pain, deep in eye, early in the morning.
Vision.—She is only able to read by holding the page which
she is reading at a distance from her eyes. The letters become
blurred before the eyes; her sight vanishes when reading or
writing. Vanishing of sight. Obscuration of sight with anx
iety; heat in the face and lachrymation ; gray spots and
bodies in the shape of serpents move before the vision.
Clinical.—Nitrate of silver has been very freely employed
as an empirical remedy for various diseases of the conjunctiva
and cornea ; it is now, however, quite going out of fashion and
being replaced by preparations of copper.
It is useful in blepharitis if the lids are very red, thick and
swollen, especially if complicated with granulations, conjunc
tivitis or some deeper inflammation of the eye. In one case
of ciliary blepharitis with entropion, caused by being over a
fire, and ameliorated in the cold air or by cold applications, it
effected a cure.
Acute conjunctivitis resulting from bathing, with profuse
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discharge and dark redness of the conjunctiva has been re

lieved.
Nitrate of silver is not homoeopathic to granular lids in the
later stages, but is the appropiate remedy in the early stages
of acute granular conjunctivitis, in which the conjunctiva is
intensely pink or scarlet-red, and the discharge is profuse and
inclined to be muco-purulent. Although these may be con
founded with Euphrasia cases, there is a wide difference, more
easy to recognize than to describe. In Euphrasia the profuse
discharge causes soueness of the lids and more or less swelling ;
the character of the inflammation is more acute and short
lived and, as a rule, the redness is much less brilliant. In
Nitrate of silver cases we may, indeed, have very little dis
charge, except, perhaps, flakes of mucus when the patient com
plains of itching and biting in the eyes, and a dry burning
sensation without real dryness. (Cantharis has intense heat
and real dryness; Sulphur is very often indicated in these dry
conjunctival catarrhs, especially if there be sharp sticking
pains under the lids as if splinters were sticking into the eye
balls. Compare also Alumina, Graphites and Natr. mur.)
The greatest service that Argent. nitr. performs is in puru
lent conjunctivitis. With large experience in both hospital and
private practice, not a single eye has been lost from this dis
ease when seen before the cornea has been destroyed, and most
of them have been treated with Nitrate of silver either used
internally alone or combined with the local application of a
solution of the first, third or thirtieth potency. The most in
tense chemosis, with strangulated vessels, most profuse puru
lent discharge, even the cornea beginning to get hazy and look
ing as though it would slough, have been seen to subside
rapidly under the internal administration of Argent. nitr. I
do believe there is no need of cauterization with it, except in
the ffonorrhceal form of purulent conjunctivitis. The subjective
symptoms are almost none; their very absence, with the profuse
purulent discharge and the swollen lids, swollen from being dis
tended by a collection of pus in the eye or swelling of the sub
conjunctival tissue of the lids themselves ' (as in Rhus or
Apis), indicates the drug.

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It has also relieved and contributed to the cure of diseases

with destruction of tissue, as ulceration of the cornea; in one
case with pains like darts through the eye mornings, better
evenings; in another case. there were small ulcers on the upper
part of the cornea with much inflammation, burning pain and
profuse discharge.
It has also been useful in kerato-iritis, with violent conges
tion of the conjunctiva; the cornea was vascular and eroded,
with terrific pains from the vertex into the eye and with burn
ing heat in the eyes.—T. F. A.
Coldness of the eye with boring pain in the head and a sen
sation as if the scalp was drawn tightly, has been removed
by Arg. nitr.—T.'F. A. (Fluor. ac. has a sensation of cold air
blowing into the eye.) In the Arg. nitr. cases we sometimes
meet with trembling of the whole body and headaches.
A case of retino-choroiditis was successfully treated by this
remedy.—W. H. Woodyatt.
Arg. nitr. has greatly improved two cases of atrophy of the
optic nerve; in one increasing the vision from y1^ to ^V—
C. M. Thomas.
Dr. Woodyatt was the first to call attention to Arg. nitr. as
a remedy for weakness or paralysis of the accommodation.
Since then it has been found of great service in many cases of
this kind, especially if dependent upon errors of refraction, in
which the asthenopic symptoms on using the eyes are not re
lieved after correction with the proper glasses.
A very interesting case, illustrative of the optical illusions
of this drug, is reported by Dr. C. Th. Liebold :—A young man
was totally blind from cerebral disease, associated with loss of
virility; was perfectly sane, but constantly complained that
he seemed to see trees, people and green fields, but everything
was covered with snakes, writhing and twisting in every form;
snakes over his body, over his food; snakes of all sizes every
where; he would sit for hours and contemplate these snakes
he seemed to see; sometimes he saw bugs. Dr. Liebold found
in Berridge's Repertory, under "tortuous bodies," Arg. nitr.,
among other remedies; it at once removed the snakes but did
not restore vision.
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AKNICA.
The margins of the upper eyelids, along their lines of con
tact with the eyeballs, internally, are painful when the lids are
moved, as if they were too dry and a little sore. Cramp-like
tearing or pressure in the eyebrow (left).
Clinical.—Arnica has been employed with marked success
in a variety of eye troubles resulting from blows and various
injuries; sometimes applied locally (tincture diluted with
water) and sometimes given internally. It seems to be better
adapted to contused than lacerated wounds, and to injuries
before inflammatory symptoms have become prominent,
although benefit has been derived from its use in inflamma
tions of the lids, conjunctiva, and even of the whole globe,
when of traumatic origin. (Aeon., Calend.)
In hastening the absorption of extravasations of blood in" the
conjunctiva, aqueous humor, retina, or other ocular tunics,
especially if resulting from injuries or the straining in whoop
ing-cough, Arnica often acts well; it seems also, sometimes,
to correct the relaxed condition of the blood-vessels and the
too fluid condition of the blood, which predisposes to sub
conjunctival hsemorrhages in whooping-cough. (Hamamelis
is more frequently useful in haemorrhages into the anterior
chamber ; and Ledum in sub-conjunctival ecchymoses.)
In two cases of traumatic detachment of the retina, Dr.
Hunt has observed the retinae become re-attached under the
influence of Arnica30.
A case of traumatic mydriasis recovered very rapidly un
der this remedy.
Paralysis of the muscles from trauma has been cured, as in
the following case of partial paralysis of the left superior
oblique:—A man, set. 25, after violent muscular exertion and
injuries, saw double on looking down. There was an injury
of left upper eyelid and a corresponding ecchymosis of the
ball. Patient suffered from diplopia and vertigo ; he carried
his head forward and to the right; was fearful of his balance,
the ground seeming to waver under his feet; relieved by

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closing his left eye. The muscle recovered completely nnder

Arnica.—Payr.

ARSENICUM.
Objective.—Eyelids swollen and cedematous, first the upper
and then the lower (this swelling is mostly non-inflammatory
and painless); the cedematous lids are firmly and spasmodi
cally closed, and look as if distended with air. Blepharadenitis
ciliaris and ulcerosa; edges of lids very red. Continual trem
bling of the upper eyelids, with lachrymation. Conjunctiva
inflamed; extreme redness of the inner surface of the eyelids.
Lachrymation and discharges from the eye excoriate the lid and
cheek.
Subjective.—Sub-orbital pain on the left side with prick
ings as with needles, sometimes quite severe. Extreme redness
of the inner surface of the eyelids, with an uneasy sensation
rather than pain, often obliging one to rub the eyes. Pain in
the margin of the eyelids on moving them, as if they were dry
and rubbed against the eyeballs, both in the open air and in
the room. Burning on margins of lids. In the evening a feel
ing as of sand in the eyes, obliging him to rub them. Burn
ing in the eyes ; eyes hot, with burning, sore pain in the balls.
Pulsative throbbing in the eyes, and with every pulsation a
stitch ; after midnight. Photophobia. She appeared to be
sensitive to light and often kept her eyes closed.
Clinical.—Only by concomitant symptoms can we distin
guish between Arsenicum and Apis for non-inflammatory cedema
tous swelling of the lids, as both are indicated in this condition.
Blepharitis, following erysipelas ten years previous, with
scaly condition of edges of the lids and dry, smooth, scaly
skin, was cured by this remedy.—J. H. Buffum.
Its value in croupous conjunctivitis following ophthalmia
neonatorum was illustrated in a child three weeks old. The
discharge was moderately tenacious, stringy and yellow-white
in color. The lids were slightly cedematous. The right cornea
was clear, but the palpebral conjunctiva (especially lower lid)
was covered with shreds of exudation, loosely attached but
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easily removed, leaving a bleeding surface and hypertrophied

papillse. On the lower half of the left cornea was a large ulcer
which had perforated, and the remainder of the cornea was
opaque. The conjunctiva of the lower lid was covered with a
dense, white, semi-transparent, fibrinous exudation which
could not be removed without much force. A similar mem
brane was present on the upper lid, but not as dense nor as
firmly attached. After Arg. nitr., Bromine, and chlorine wa
ter had failed to improve, Arsen.30 was given on account of the
restlessness after midnight and desire to nurse often and little.
A solution of alcohol (3j ad 3ij) was used locally at the same
time. The membrane rapidly disappeared and the ulcer
healed, leaving a slight purulent discharge which Arg. nitr.
controlled.
Arsenicum may be called for in chronic trachoma, in which
the internal surfaces of the lids are inflamed, painful, dry and
rub against the ball, especially if there are intense burning pains
and excoriating lachrymation.
In scrofulous ophthalmia this remedy has been frequently
employed with success, especially in ulcers of the cornea, with
soreness of the internal surface of the lids, which are swollen
and spasmodically closed, so that opening them causes intense
burning, sticking pains, worse at night, excessive photophobia
and acrid lachrymation ; tears gush out on opening the eyes ;
eyes can be opened well in the cool open air, but not in the
house, even in a dark room ; eyes feel as if they had no room
in the orbit; throbbing, pulsating in the eyeballs and around
the orbit, with general ulceration of the cornea recurring first
in one eye and then the other, especially in young people who
are ansemic (in one case when the eyes were better the feet
were swollen); ulcer on outer side of cornea with elevated
edges, pain like the pricking of needles, excoriation of the ex
ternal canthus, burning and sticking pains. The following
case shows still further the action of Arsenic in ulceration of
the cornea :—A woman, set. 35, had ulcers of the cornea with
chronic trachoma, with a blepharitis which dated some years
from the suppression of an eruption on the scalp, which she
described as scaly and very itchy. The cornea had become

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dim and dotted with small white scars from old ulcers; she
had no lashes left; the lids were very sore on the inner mar
gins; she had photophobia and various neuralgic pains. On
the 12th of May she received one dose of Sulphur'00. In a
week the right eye was somewhat better, but the left was much
worse. The head is getting sore, with an itching, moist erup
tion which forms a dry scurf; she complains of pains and
restlessness at night ; there is twitching of the eyes as if they
were drawing into the head, with burning heat, hot lachryma-
tion and photophobia, with tearing pains around the eyes on
looking at the light. Arsen.82m, one dose, was prescribed. In
twelve days she reported wonderful improvement; no heat,
no pains, no twitching; since the ulcers had healed tbe pho
tophobia vanished ; she received Sac. lac., and continued to im
prove for three weeks, when a slight return of the photophobia
necessitated a repetition of the dose; each dose acted about
four weeks. She gradually recovered nearly perfect vision,
with disappearance of the granulations and perfect cure of the
eruption.—T. F. A.
Vascular elevations on the cornea resulting from ulceration,
aggravated by opening and closing the eyes, with violent,
burning pains every afternoon, have been benefited.
Parenchymatous keratitis may require the use of this rem
edy, as, for example, the following case occurring in my clinic
and treated by Dr. Charles A. Boyle :—Mrs. J., set. 30, had
suffered from an inflammation of the eyes' for eleven weeks.
Both cornese were very hazy, densely infiltrated, and vision
nearly lost, especially in the right eye. There was deep ciliary
injection and commencing vascularity of the cornea; much
photophobia and lachrymation ; burning pain in the eye and
over the brow, worse about four a.m. ; shooting pain in the ball,
over the head and down in the cheek ; sensation like pins and
needles sticking in the eyes, worse at night. Pupil dilated
slowly under Atropine. No specific history. For one week
Cinnab.3 and Aur. mur.3, with Atropine externally, were pre
scribed with only an aggravation of the symptoms. Arsen.3
was then given with almost immediate amelioration of pain
and rapid diminution of the inflammatory symptoms. One
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week later the 30th was prescribed. In about four weeks the
haziness of the cornea had so nearly disappeared that with
correcting glasses vision was f$.
Several cases of kerato-iritis with burning pains over the
orbit, worse at night, and with profuse acrid lachrymation have
been cured.
Benefit has been derived from its use in syphilitic iritis and
also in idiopathic iritis, characterized by burning pains in the
eye, worse at night, especially after midnight, with great rest
lessness and much thirst.
Arsen. cured a progressive choroiditis disseminata which
alternated with bronchial catarrh; when the eyes were better
the chest was worse, and vice versa. There was heat in the
eyes and burning in the chest, with dyspnoea and a whole
train of Arsenic chest symptoms.—T. F. A.
The favorable results obtained from the use of Arsen. in
retinitis albuminurica are sometimes very gratifying, as shown
in the following case:—Miss M. P., set. 20; retinitis albuminu
rica fully developed in both eyes. L. V. counts fingers at two
feet. R. V. f$-. Right ventricle hypertrophied; appetite vari
able; bowels regular; great thirst for small amounts; occipital
headache of a pricking character; tongue large, dry and yel
lowish; menses too often, and venous; breath oppressed and
pulse irregular. Cured in two months by Arsenicum 3d and
30th, and Sulphur30. Last report; no albumen; R. V. J$;
L. V. ££—W. S. Searle.
Both Arsenicum and Rhus are often indicated in scrofulous
cases, but the paroxysmal character of the pains, the extreme
prostration often present, the burning, sticking pains and the
excoriating discharges will distinguish Arsenic. The brilliant
red inner margins of the lids, and the dryness of the inner
surfaces are very marked indications for its use in trachoma.
The nervous irritability associated with the symptoms of Ar
senic is a very pronounced ansemic hypersesthesia.
Arsenic cases are generally relieved by warm applications.
They are very frequently periodic in their occurrence, com
mencing every fall, and often alternating from one eye to the
other.

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38 ARUM—ASAFCETIDA—ASARUM—ATROPINE.

ARUM TRIPHYLLUM.
Clinical.—A brilliant cure of catarrh of the lachrymal sac,
with desire to bore into the side of the nose, was made by this
drug.—C. A. Bacon.

ASAFCETIDA.
Severe boring pain above the brows. Tearing pain in the fore
head; dull pressure at the external border of the left orbit.
Troublesome dryness of the eyes. Periodic burning in the
eyes and pressing together of the lids, as if overcome with
sleep. Burning in the ball from within outward.
Clinical.—Asaf. is very useful in ciliary neuralgia, and from
its power of relieving the intense boring, burning pain in the
brows, especially at night, has arisen its very beneficial action
in certain forms of deep-seated inflammation of the eyeball
attended by these ciliary pains and turbidity of the humors,
as in iritis, kerato-iritis, irido-choroiditis and retinitis, es
pecially if of syphilitic origin. The pains are usually throb
bing, beating, boring or burning in character, either in the
eye, over or around it; they are often intermittent, extend
from within outwards and are ameliorated by rest and pres
sure (reverse of Aurum).
Asaf. has relieved a sharp pain extending through the eye
into the head, upon touching.

ASARUM.
Clinical.—Asthenopia, accompanied by congestive head
aches, has been cured. The eyes were worse morning and
evening, when outdoors in the heat and sunlight; were better
in the middle of the day and from bathing them in cold
water.—T. F. A.

ATROPINE.
About 9 p. m., eyelids felt heavy and difficult to keep open.
Sharp pain under the right eye, with slight pain in the tem-
 ATROPINE. 39

ples. Neuralgic pains, commencing under the left orbit, and

running back to the ear, lasting perhaps ten minutes at a time,
and then disappearing for fifteen or twenty ; these have been
noticed for several hours.
Clinical.—In addition to the extensive use of Atropine for
dilating the pupil, its use for the purposes of lessening the in
traocular blood pressure in inflammatory diseases of the in
ternal structures of the eyeball, and also in inflammation of
the cornea and even conjunctiva, has lately come into vogue.
Its wholesale and empyrical application for therapeutic pur
poses is unwise and often unsafe, since we have few accurate
data upon which to base a prescription of Atropine to cure
(it should never be used when Belladonna is indicated, since
Atropine does not comprise Belladonna).
It is a very happy provision that the local application of
Atropine to a healthy eye, almost always spends its whole drug
power upon the peripheral nerve fibres of the iris and ciliary
muscle; and that very seldom do any constitutional symptoms
arise. The instances of such marked drug affinity for accessi
ble portions of the human body are, indeed, rare, or, at least,
rarely recognized. We have then a mechanical agent, as it
were, for treating diseases of the iris. Neither Bell. nor Atrop.
are often indicated remedies in iritis. Is then the use of
Atropine to be commended ? The necessary conditions for
the successful treatment of iritis are above all :—First, rest of
the organ affected ; second, isolation as far as possible from
contiguous structures, in order to avoid adhesions of the iris to
the surface of the lens. Rest of the iris can be approximately
obtained by placing the patient in a perfectly dark room, and
keeping him in a recumbent position. But we still have to
deal with emotional effects as well as the irritating action of
the inflammatory process. Darkness favors the dilatation of
the pupil and consequent withdrawal of the margin of the iris
from the lens capsule, but the inflammatory process supplies
the stimulus or irritation which was banished with the light,
and so but little has been gained. We cannot keep the patient
constantly in the dark without detriment to his general health.
Attempts of this kind have been attended with considerable
40 AURUM.

damage to the patient. In several years experience we have

seen no single bad effect from the use of strong (4 grs. to the
ounce) solution of Atropine for dilating the pupil in order to
examine the fundus; it is well, however, to avoid its use in all
stages of glaucoma, as cases are reported of most violent in
flammation following its use in that disease (though Bella
donna does not seem to be at all homoeopathic to glaucoma, as
the action of Atropine is probably mechanical).
If an attack of iritis could be promptly recognized and met
at the very beginning, before the exudative stage is reached
(that is, within twenty-four hours), there might be no need of
Atropine; but if exudation has taken place, and the inflamma
tion is violent, use immediately a strong solution of Atropine,
a drop every one to four hours; it will not materially interfere
with the action of remedies ; it is, however, in all cases, the safest
plan, for if adhesions take place, an iridectomy will usually be
required. For sub-acute cases a much weaker solution, one-
quarter to one-eighth of a grain to the ounce, may be suffi
cient to dilate the pupil. In severe cases, in which the conges
tion of the capillaries is enormous, and the iris, being so full of
blood, cannot dilate, Aconite may be employed in frequent
doses to reduce the hypersemia; in rare cases of this kind
even cupping of the temples may be justifiable as a temporary
expedient, to enable us to obtain a dilated pupil ; this being
accomplished, remedial measures may be resumed and con
tinued.
Its use is recommended for the relief of ciliary neuralgia.

AURUM.
Objective.—Redness and swelling of the lids. Redness of
the sclerotic ; constant lachrymation ; morning agglutination.
Subjective.—Burning, stitching, drawing and itching in
the inner canthus of eyes and in the lids. Sensation, upon
using the eyes, as of violent heat in them. Pressure in the
eyes and constant feeling of sand in them. Pressive pain in
the right ball from above downwards, also from without in
wards, worse on touch. Pain in the eye from blowing the
nose.
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Vision.—Hemiopia, the upper half of the field of vision seems

covered by a black body, the lower half visible. He cannot dis
tinguish anything clearly, because he sees everything double,
and one object is seen mixed with the other, with violent ten
sion in the eyes.
Clinical.—In considering the clinical application of Aurum
in ophthalmic diseases, no distinction will be made between
metallic gold and the muriate, for experience has not yet
demonstrated that there is any practical difference between
these two preparations. It has been my practice to use the
muriate when the administration of a low potency is desired,
and the metallic if a high attenuation is required.
In blepharitis it is rarely useful, though may be called for,
especially in syphilitic patients after the abuse of mercury, if
the lids are red, swollen and ulcerated.
For trachoma, with or without pannus (especially with), there
is probably no remedy oftener indicated than Aurum. Its
characteristics are not well marked, as its usefulness has been
confirmed in a variety of cases ; there is commonly much
photophobia, lachrymation and pain, burning or dull in char
acter, compelling one to close the lids, usually worse in the
morning and ameliorated by the application of cold water ;
although one or more of these symptoms may be absent with
out necessarily contra-indicating this remedy.
For ulcerations and pannus-like thickening of the outer
layer, Aurum is of great service, especially in the cases of
scrofulous ophthalmia with ulcerations and vascularity of the
cornea , with great irritability of the patient ; great sensitive
ness to noise ; photophobia ; profuse, scalding lachrymation ;
sensitiveness of the eyes to touch ; swollen cervical glands ;
pains from without inward, worse on touch (reverse of Asaf.).
No remedy has given greater satisfaction in the treatment of
interstitial keratitis than Aurum muriaticum, and many cases of
this sluggish form of inflammation have yielded promptly to its
use. Its sphere of action does not seem to be closely circum
scribed, for rapid improvement has followed its use in cases of
a scrofulous origin, as well as in those which can be traced to
hereditary syphilis. The cornea is more or less opaque and may
42 AURUM.

be very vascular or not. Tne degree of ciliary injection, pho

tophobia and pain is variable. An example of the speedy
cure which may be effected by this drug, is found in the
following :—A boy, seven years of age, had been suffering from
inflammation of the eyes" and loss of vision for two weeks.
There was diffuse haziness of both cornese, with dense points
here and there, moderate redness and photophobia ; no pain.
The vision was reduced to counting fingers at two feet. Child
scrofulous. Under Aur. mur.3, in four weeks, right vision -f£,
and left vision f$. Two weeks later there was only slight
haziness of the cornea remaining. Its verification in cases
dependent upon hereditary syphilis, is of frequent occurrence.
In several cases, it has hastened the absorption of deposits
in the cornea, and cleared up opacities remaining after ulcera
tion or infiltration.
In low forms of episcleritis in which the cornea is becom
ing infiltrated from the sclera, with moderate redness, pain
and photophobia, benefit has been derived from Aurum.
Favorable results have followed its use in iritis and kerato-
iritis, particularly the syphilitic variety, and after the abuse of
mercury. There is usually much pain around the eye, which
seems to be deep in the bone and to extend from without in
ward ; aggravated by touch. In one case recently under my
care in which the improvement and cure was remarkably
rapid under Aur. mur.3, there was great swelling of the iris,
extensive posterior synechise, large gumma on iris, haziness of
aqueous, with deposits on posterior surface of cornea, tending
to extension into the parenchyma, together with much pain
and soreness around the eye ; worse at night.
It is almost a specific for exudative chorio-retinitis with
exudations in the vitreous.—T. F. A.
Choroiditis with injection of sub-conjunctival vessels, slight
iritis, photophobia, pains in the hip, great craving for coffee,
and general feeling of malaise, was cured by this remedy.—
H. Gilbert.
Hemiopia, in which the right half of objects is invisible,
has been helped, though not cured. But the form of hemi
opia to which Aurum is especially adapted is when the pa-
 AURUM. 43

tient can see nothing above the median line, as the following
case will illustrate :—Some years ago a gentleman, who had
taken large quantities of iodide of potash, complained that the
vision of the left eye had been failing for a year and a half ;
he could not see the upper half of a room, or any large ob
ject, though the lower half was clear; no pains in the eye;
objects seem smaller and more distant; has some black spots
before vision; is always worse as the day progresses, and
better in the morning; twitching in the upper lid. On in
quiry it was found that he had syphilis ten years ago, but
had not been recently troubled with any secondary symp
toms, except that a large bursa-like swelling on the wrist
had persisted a long time. Vision was ^frr- Upon ophthal
moscopic examination there was found chorio-retinitis (chronic)
with an accumulation of fluid beneath the retina, which set
tled to the lower portion of the eye and caused a large detach
ment of the retina. Vitreous hazy from infiltration. Right eye
normal; refraction normal. Knowledge of the pathological
condition here gave no clue to the remedy, and we were
obliged, this time at least, to rely upon the symptomatology
(as one should always be ready to do). The remarkable
symptom of not seeing anything in the upper half of the
field of vision is of course the most prominent. In addition
to the Aurum symptom, we may find, under Digitalis, "as if
the upper half of the field of vision were covered by a dark
cloud evenings on walking." Digitalis, moreover, covers the
pathological point, having been found curative in fluid exu
dations of various kinds. The symptoms are also worse in
the evening, while those of Aurum are usually worse in the
morning. Still, taking the history of the case into account
and the previous dosing with iodide of potash, Aurum200 was
given, under which he steadily improved; the haziness of the
vitreous almost entirely disappeared ; the inflammation of the
retina subsided and in one year the vision rose to and re
mained at -^Q, beyond which it would not go, for the retina
was partly disorganized and could not be repaired with re
tinal tissue.—T. F. A. Since then several cases of retinal
disease have been successfully treated with Aurum, though
44 BADIAGO—BARYTA CARBONICA.

in some cases no improvement followed and the remedy only

served to arrest further progress of the malady (compare Gel-
sem.). Aurum cases will usually be found to follow overdosing
by potash or mercury, and perfect vision can never be expected
from the nature of the tissue changes.
One singular case of a man, forty years old, was sent for
advice. A large black sub-choroidal tumor was found in the
fundus just behind the lens growing from the inner side.
He suffered no pain, but the symptoms of vision were those
of Aurum. The whole disease had only lasted about six
weeks. Vision -^fg-. After taking Aurum200 a week, vision
rose to .£$, and in eight weeks more to ^; since which time
he has not been seen. It was probably an exudation tumor,
and may have been absorbed.—T. F. A.
Its reported benefit in paralysis of the muscles from syph
ilitic periostitis seems reasonable, though I have not yet had
occasion to verify its action.

BADIAGO.
Bluish purple margins of lids. Headache, extending to the
eyeballs. Pains in the eyeballs, extending into the temples,
aggravated by turning them. in either direction. Slight ach
ing pains in the posterior portion of both eyeballs and in the
temples (with headache from 2 p. m. till 7 a. m.). The left eye
ball quite sore, even upon closing it tightly.
Clinical.—This variety of sponge has been useful in some
cases of exophthalmic goitre and should always be thought of
in this disease.
It may be of service in kopiopia hysterica with aching pains
behind the eyeballs. (Cimicif., Ledum.)

BARTTA CARBONICA.
Redness of the conjunctiva, with swollen lids. Itching of
the eyes. Sensation as of a gauze before the eyes, in the morn
ing and after a meal.
Clinical.—Dr. Dudgeon advises its use in scrofulous inflam-
 BARYTA IODATA—BELLADONNA. 45

mations of the eye characterized by phlyctenules and ulcers

on the cornea, especially when associated with glandular
swellings.

BARTTA IODATA.
Clinical.—Up to the present time no proving has been
made of this substance, so that its sphere of action is hypo
thecated from its composition; clinically, it has proved a
great addition to our armamentarium. It was first introduced
to notice as an ophthalmic remedy by Dr. Liebold, who says
that it is especially adapted to diseases, occurring in scrofulous
subjects, in which there is great swelling of the glands, par
ticularly of the lymphatics, " which feel like a string of beans
everywhere between the muscles, down to the spinal column ;
they can be felt of all sizes and all degrees of induration ;
some may be suppurating, while others have healed with an
ugly scar." It has been used very successfully in chronic re
currences of phlyctenular keratitis and conjunctivitis found in
the above subjects.
Dr. Woodyatt has reported a cure of specific interstitial
keratitis of both eyes, in which vision had decreased so that
fingers could not be counted at more than four feet, compli
cated with enlargement of the cervical glands which were
hard and painful on pressure. Since then I have verified its
usefulness in one case of parenchymatous keratitis.

BELLADONNA.
Objective.—The eyes are protruding, staring and brilliant.
The eyes become distorted, with redness and swelling of the
face; spasms of the eyes; the eyes are in constant motion. Lids
puffy, red and congested; inflammatory swelling of the lower
lid near the inner canthus, with throbbing pains, etc. Con
junctiva red, tumefied. Lachrymation, with great photophobia.
Total absence of lachrymation ; motion of the eyes attended
with a sense of dryness and stiffness ; the conjunctival vessels
fully injected. Pupils (at first, or from large doses) dilated;

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(afterwards, or from minute doses) contracted. The optic disc

greatly deepened in tint, and the retinal arteries and veins much
enlarged, the veins most markedly so.
Subjective.—Eye dry, motion attended with a sense of dryness
and stiffness. Pain and burning in the eyes. Feeling of heat in
the eyes ; it seems as if they were surrounded by a hot vapor.
Burning heat in the eyes. The surface of the ball became quite
dry, which caused a very disagreeable and uncomfortable sen
sation, which could not be relieved by winking or continued
closing of the eyes. Pressive pain deep in the ball when she
closed the eyes; feeling as if the eyes protruded.
Vision.—Dimness of sight or actual blindness. Every ob
ject in the room, both real and spectral, had a double or at
least a dim outline, owing to the extreme dilatation of the pu
pils. Everything he looks at seems red. A large halo appears
round the flame of the candle, partly colored, the red pre
dominating; at times the light seems as if broken up into
rays. Occasional flashes of light before the eyes; sparks of elec
tricity before the eyes, especially on moving them ; large bright
sparks before the eyes. Betina insensible ; he is quite blind.
Photophobia.
Clinical.—The use of this drug in inflammatory diseases of
the eye, is much more limited than is generally supposed.
Erythema and erysipelatous inflammation of the lids often
require the administration of Belladonna.
It may be of service in some forms of conjunctivitis (espe
cially catarrhal in the early stages) with dryness of the eyes,
thickened, red lids and burning pains in the eyes, though not
as frequently called for as Aconite. Its use may be necessary in
acute aggravations of various chronic diseases, as in granular
lids, when, after taking cold, the eyes become sensitive to air
and light, with dryness and a gritty feeling in them ; or in
chronic forms of keratitis in which the eye suddenly becomes
intensely congested, with excessive photophobia, heat and
pains which may be throbbing or sharp, shooting through
the eyeball to the back of the head.
Idiopathic iritis has been aborted in the early stages by this
remedy, but it is not often indicated. Two cases, however, of

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simple plastic iritis, resulting from a cold on the eighth day after a
cataract extraction, in which the pains were severe and of a throb
bing character in and above the eye, worse at night, were promptly
relieved under Bell.30, after Atropine, cold and warmth exter
nally, and Rhus., Merc. and Bry. internally had been given a
faithful trial for several days with no improvement.
Mydriasis resulting from nervous headache has been re
lieved.
In diseases of the fundus, Belladonna has been a most valua
ble remedy. It has been employed with great advantage in
hypersemia of the choroid and also in inflammation, especially
the disseminate form of choroiditis. There will usually be
found accompanying these cases- much headache, congestion of
the head and considerable photophobia.
Bell. has relieved temporarily the severe pains of glaucoma,
though I have never seen any permanent benefit from its use.
(Glaucomatous eyes are exceedingly sensitive to the action of
this drug, and atropine should never be used if possible to
avoid it.)
It is often the remedy for hypersesthesia of the retina depend
ent upon some anomaly in refraction, or due to reflex irrita
tion, as illustrated in a case of hypersesthesia of the retina
with neuralgic dysmenorrhcea, by Dr. Fowler (Trans. 0. and
0. Soc., '79) :—Miss F., set. 22, had not been able to use her eyes
for three months on account of the pain and dazzling when
ever there was light enough to enable her to read or sew.
On awakening in the morning, the light produced intense
pain, not only in the eyes but in the head. Sometimes the
headache continued all day; evening and darkness alone re
lieving it. Complained of " sparks " and flashes of light be
fore the eyes; also of a feeling of heaviness in the eye-balls.
Her general health was poor, " felt tired all the time " ; menses
regular, but very painful; sleep restless; mood despondent;
complexion pale ; appetite poor. Examination of eyes showed
nothing abnormal. After Nux. v. had failed to benefit, Bell.3
was given; in three weeks she could use her eyes about as
well as ever and had no pain at menstrual period. There had
been no further trouble of the kind two years later.
 48 BELLADONNA.

In hypersemia of the optic nerve and retina this remedy has

been especially efficacious, particularly if dependent upon
cerebral congestion and accompanied by aching pain in the
eye, aggravated by any light; also, in chronic forms of hyper-
a3mia, if a red conjunctival line is very marked along the line
of fissure of the lids. In some of these cases, as well as in
some acute inflammatory affections, retinal photopsies are
present, such as red sparks, flames, bright spots, lights, etc.
Its usefulness is not, however, confined to simple congestion
of the optic nerve and retina, as it is one of our chief remedies
in inflammation of these tissues. The following cases will
show the sphere of action in inflammation of the optic nerve
and retina:—Optic neuritis, in which the papilla was very
much swollen, veins large, flashes of light before the eye and
pains in the head. Bell. cured speedily.—Retinitis, occurring
in a young lady who was subject to congestive headaches
always worse in the afternoon. The retina was very hazy
and cedematous, appearing as if covered with a bluish-gray
film; outlines of disc ill-defined; vessels large and tortuous.
Under Bell.30 a rapid disappearance of the above symptoms
took place.—Neuro-retinitis. Edith G., set. 5, had suffered from
" chills and fever," which had been relieved without quinine.
Six weeks previous to my seeing her, and immediately after
the chills had been stopped, it was first noticed that her sight
was poor but «variable ; sometimes she seemed to be nearly
blind, while again would distinguish medium-sized objects
with comparative ease; complained very often of headache,
especially every afternoon, when the head would be quite hot
and the face flushed. She was more irritable and cross than
formerly. The condition at the time was reported as fol
lows: "Child has a full face, light complexion and red hair;
is bright and smart. Her vision is very poor; does not seem
to be able to count fingers, though, owing to her age, her
statements are unreliable; sight is markedly better in right
than left eye ; nothing abnormal is to be seen externally, with
the exception of a slight convergent strabismus in left eye.
Ophthalmoscopic examination after dilatation of both pupils
.with Atropine. Right eye : Optic disc very much swollen, and

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outlines ill-defined; its edges, as well as the surrounding retina,

are so infiltrated that it is only by tracing the retinal vessels
that the optic nerve entrance is discovered. The arteries are
about normal in size, but they, as well as the veins, which
are large and tortuous, are veiled here and there by the infil
tration. In the macula lutea bright white patches are seen,
of a triangular shape, and extending more towards the nerve
than outwards from the macula (are somewhat similar to the
stellated arrangement usually found in retinitis albuminu-
rica). Left eye : The same swollen condition of the pptic nerve
and surrounding retina is perceived as in the right eye,
though mingled with the infiltration into the retina are spots
of exudation of an opaque character. The retinal vessels are
enlarged, especially the veins which are full and tortuous;
they are hidden at points by the exudation into the retina;
while along their course, especially on the nerve entrance
and immediately around, small points of extravasation of
blood are noticed. The changes in the macula lutea are
similar to those in the right eye, though the white patches are
more marked and divided into many, by fine lines or inter
spaces. A careful examination of the urine shows not the
slightest trace of albumen." Bell.3 was given. In three
days vision was better. In two weeks no hsemorrhages were
to be found in the retina, the swelling of optic papilla and
retina were decidedly less, and the headache was relieved.
In one month the"vision was very good, both nerves somewhat
atrophic and the points of exudation in the retina could
scarcely be distinguished, though no perceptible change could
be seen in the white patches in the macula lutea.
A case of apoplexy of the retina, with suppression of men
struation, occurring in a girl,a3t. 18, is reported by Payr:—She
was subject to cerebral congestions, sudden heat of head,
vertigo, burning and throbbing frontal pain, noises in the ear
and illusions of vision, while the rest of the body was cold
and shivering. Headache increased, pulsation of the carotids
became more severe, photopsies and then sudden blindness.
Numerous apoplectic spots were found in the macula lutea, no
change of papilla, pulsation of central vein, much active
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50 BRYONIA.

cerebral congestion and great photophobia. Under Bell. com

plete recovery of vision and absorption of the hsemorrhages
took place.
Convulsive movements of the eyeball in the light, with
terrible, pressive pain extending through the whole head,
ameliorated in a dark room, have been cured by Bell. ; hence
its use has been recommended in strabismus due to spasmodic
action of the muscles, or when resulting from brain affections.
In orbital neuralgia, especially of the infra-orbital nerve, with
red face and hot hands, it is a valuable remedy.
Some cases of amaurosis and amblyopia will require this
drug, especially if they are congestive in form and accom
panied by the headache and other characteristic symptoms.

BRYONIA.
Objective.—Puffiness of the right upper lid. The conjunc
tiva is dark-red and swollen, with some discharge of pus.
Morning agglutination and frequent lachrymation.
Subjective.—Pressive pain above the left eye. Pressure
from within outward over the right orbit into the brain,
which changes to a pressure on the eyeball from above down
ward. Pain deep in the right orbit, aggravated by pressure
upon the eyeball. Drawing together of the left upper lid,
with a sensation of heaviness therein; aching pains in the
eyes. Severe burning and lachrymation of the right eye.
Very sensitive pressive pain (coming and going) in the left eye
ball, especially violent on moving the ball, with a feeling as if the
eye became smaller and retracted in the orbit.
Vision.—Dim vision ; on reading, the letters seem to run
together ; appearance of all colors of the rainbow ; every object
seems covered with these colors ; photophobia.
Clinical.—It is found that Bryonia is rarely indicated in
diseases affecting the external tissues of the eye, although in
one case of acute inflammation of both the ocular and palpe
bral conjunctiva, worse in the left eye and towards the outer
canthus, with marked soreness to touch or upon any motion of
the eyes, and with a sticking sensation as of hairs in the eyes;
a speedy cure resulted under Bryonia.
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Its great sphere of usefulness is, however, in diseases of the

uveal tract.
Favorable results frequently follow its use in iritis caused
by a cold, especially in rheumatic subjects, in which there is
sharp shooting pain through the eye into the head, aggravated by
motion and relieved by pressure; or if the pain is a steady
aching in the posterior portion of the eye extending through
to the occiput, worse at night and on motion.
It is also often indicated if the inflammation has extended
to the choroid, as was shown in a case of acute irido-choroidi-
tis of the left eye in which there were present opacities in the
vitreous, tremulous iris, great ciliary injection, pus in the an
terior chamber, soreness in eyeball on moving it, and darting
pains from the eye through the head, with heaviness of the
head afternoons. Bryonia speedily relieved.
In the serous variety of choroiditis it is an important
remedy, as one would be led to suppose from its relation to
serous inflammation in general. Experience has also verified
its usefulness in this disease.
Glaucoma appears to have been checked in its progress by
Bryonia, when the eyeball has seemed too full, as if pressed
out, with sharp shooting pains in the eye and head, worse at
night ; also in a case in the prodromal stage, in which the symp
toms were as follows:—The vision of the left eye had been
failing three months, and especially for one week ; there was
heavy pain over the eye, worse at night; halo around the
light for one day; cupping of the optic disc, and T. +. The
patient was rheumatic and nervous. Under Bryonia30, all the
symptoms were relieved with the exception of the excavation
of the nerve.
A case of hypersemia of the optic nerve and retina was im
mediately relieved by this drug ; a bluish haze appeared be
fore the vision (vision ff) ; with severe pain over the eye as
from a needle going through the eye and head (compelling her
to go to bed) ; with heat through the whole head, aggravated
by stooping.
Ciliary neuralgia often requires Bryonia, especially if the
pains are sharp and severe, even making the patient scream
52 CACTUS GRAND.—CALCAREA CARBONICA.

out ; the pains are aggravated by opening the eye and by any
motion of the eyeball ; the eyes must be kept closed and at
rest. The pains, when this remedy is indicated, are usually
sharp in character, passing through the eye into the head, or from
the eye downward into the malar region and thence backward to the
occiput; the seat of pain becomes as sore as a boil, and the least
exertion, talking, moving or using the eyes, aggravates the trouble.
The following symptoms have been reported as cured by this
drug, though not found in any proving ; some have been re
peatedly verified and seem to direct the choice of the remedy.
They are mostly variations of sensation in different persons,
dependent upon the great characteristics of the remedy—ag
gravation on motion and amelioration on pressure. Pressing,
crushing pain in the eyes, worse on motion ; soreness and ach
ing of the eyes on moving them ; scalding in the corners of
the eyes, aggravated at night; dull pain and soreness, especi
ally in the left eye, worse in the morning and relieved by
pressure.
CACTUS GRAND.
Clinical.—From its action on the heart, cases of exophthal
mic goitre have been improved. Angell advises its use in hy
persemia of the eye, especially of the fundus.

CALCAREA CARBONICA.
Objective.—Swelling and redness of the lids, with nightly
agglutination ; during the day the eyes are full of mucus, with
a hot sensation, smarting pain and lachrymation. Redness of
the conjunctiva. Lachrymation on writing.
Subjective.—Painful sensation as if a foreign body were
in the eye.i Pressure and itching in the eyes, worse in the
evening. Itchingv burning and stitches, especially on the
margins of the lids and in the inner canthi.
Vision.—Farsightedness. Only one side of objects visible,
with dilated pupils. Dimness of the eyes after getting the
head cold. Halo around the light. Flickering, sparks and
black spots before the eyes. Photophobia.
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Clinical.—The clinical record of this drug, in superficial

inflammations of the eye, is very full.
It has been found especially curative in various forms of
blepharitis, occurring in unhealthy, "pot-bellied" children in
clined to grow fat, and who sweat profusely about the head ;
lids red, swollen and indurated; inflammation of the margins
of the lids, causing loss of the eye-lashes, with thick, purulent,
excoriating discharge and burning, sticking pains ; blepharitis
with great itching in the lids.
Indurations remaining after styes and tarsal tumors have
disappeared under its use.
Simple inflammation of the conjunctiva may call for this
remedy, as in the following instance of acute conjunctivitis
caused by bathing :—There was moderate redness and lachryma-
tion ; eyes felt hot and feverish, with a sensation as of sand
in them. Acon.s failed to relieve ; Calc.30 cured quickly.
The discharges from the eye are often profuse, and there
fore this drug has been used with advantage in purulent
ophthalmia, especially in that form found in new-born chil
dren, characterized by profuse yellowish-white discharges,
great swelling of the lids and ulceration of the cornea.
Conjunctivitis trachomatosa, with pannus, much redness
and lachrymation, caused from working in the wet, has been
speedily relieved.
A marked illustration of the curative action of the drug in
affections caused by working in water is shown by the follow
ing case :—A boatman, suffered for years from repeated attacks
of sore eyes* caused by getting wet and cold. Pterygium devel
oped and grew rapidly. Calc. c. speedily checked the progress
of the disease, and when last seen, the cornea had cleared and
but little thickness remained in the internal canthus.—T. FA.
Favorable results have followed the use of this preparation
of lime, in various forms of inflammation of the cornea, caused
from getting wet ov aggravated in damp weather (Rhus). It is,
however, particulary in scrofulous inflammations of the cornea
and conjunctiva, characterized by pustules and ulcers, that
Calc. c. proves so beneficial. The following cases afford a good
illustration of the prominent features of this drug :—A man was

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attacked with phlyctenules on the conjunctiva, after a severe

cold, caused by working at night washing carriages. There
were severe, sharp, shooting pains from the eye up into the head,
worse from two to three in the morning and ameliorated on
closing the eyes. Sulph. failed to benefit, but Calc. c.30 gave
immediate relief.—Keratitis phlyctenularis, with much red
ness and photophobia ; pain at night which wakes the child
from sleep, with cold perspiration ; was cured under Calc. c.30.—
Keratitis pustulosa, with profuse lachrymation, excessive pho
tophobia and sticking pains ; lids closed, red and swollen, with
painful itching in them; agglutination mornings; head scurfy;
cervical glands swollen, also the upper lip ; acrid discharge
from the nose ; eruptions that burn and itch ; abdomen dis
tended and hard ; skin pale and flabby. After the adminis
tration of Calc. the above symptoms were promptly relieved
and the' eye restored. It will be observed that the photophobia
and lachrymation are usually excessive, but cases sometimes
occur in which they are absent or present only in a moderate
degree, though the general indications lead us to prescribe this
remedy. The pains are more commonly sharp or sticking in
character (Sulph.), though they may vary greatly. Another
form of ulceration of the cornea, in which Calcarea is fre
quently indicated, is when an ulcer or pustule appears in the
center of the cornea with more or less haziness of the corneal
tissue around it, no vascularity of the cornea, very little or no
ciliary injection, and a variable amount of photophobia and
lachrymation. (Compare Puls. and Sil.)
It has seemed to hasten the absorption of the exudation into
the cornea in interstitial keratitis, especially after the inflam
matory symptoms have, in a measure, subsided. Benefit has
also been derived from its use in opacities of the cornea, re
sulting from various forms of keratitis. Dr. C. M. Thomas writes
me: "I have lately treated three cases of transverse calcar
eous band of the cornea; in two of which a complete clearing
of the cornea followed a six to twelve weeks' use of Calcarea
carb., preceded by a number of doses of Sulph. The third
and least marked of the three resisted all treatment."
The following symptoms found in asthenopia have been
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verified :—Pain in the eyes after using them, worse in damp

weather and from warmth. Burning and cutting pains in
the lids, especially on reading, or sticking pains in the eyes,
with dull hearing. Dim vision after fine work, like a cloud
before the eyes, objects run together, with desire to close the
eyes. Red and green halo around the light.
The selection of Calcarea will, in the majority of cases, de
pend mainly upon the general condition (cachexia) of the
patient, since the eye symptoms are very often too general to
individualize the remedy. The reverse may be said of Eu- '
phrasia and other remedies exhibiting no general dyscrasia.

CALCAREA HYPOPHOSPH.
Clinical.—The hypophosphite of lime has proved to be a
remedy of the first importance in severe cases of abscess or
ulceration of the cornea. It is especially adapted to those
cases, in which the patient is in a very low state of general
health, and does not seem to have vitality sufficient to resist
the ulcerative process. We meet with this condition not un-
frequently in sloughing ulcers of the cornea, and also in that
dangerous form of ulceration, the crescentic, in which, al
though it'may not primarily be dependent upon a debilitated
state of the general system, the health usually becomes im
paired from the severity of the ulcerative process and blennor
rhea of the conjunctiva, which commonly accompanies this
condition. In some of these cases pus will be found in the
anterior chamber (hypopyon) or the iris will become inflamed
and so increase the intensity of the symptoms.

CALCAREA IODATA.
Clinical.—The provings of this preparation of calcium
give no clue to its sphere of action in diseases of the eye. But
it is found by clinical observation to be an important remedy
in scrofulous inflammations of the eyes and lids, as in chronic
cases of blepharitis, complicated with enlargement of the
tonsils.

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It is, however, chiefly useful in pustules and ulcers, particu

larly of the cornea, marked by great photophobia, acrid lach-
rymation, sticking pains and spasm of the lids; upon forcing
open the lids a stream of tears flows down the cheek ; also in
erysipelatous swelling of the lids, chiefly of the upper, which
is shining and red (compare Rhus). The inflammation of the
eyes is always worse from the least cold, to which these cases
are very susceptible. It is chiefly indicated in pale, fat subjects
who sweat much about the head, with enlargement of the
tonsils and cervical glands.
In several cases, benefit seems to have been obtained from
the use of iodide of calcium, in checking the progress of both
conical cornea and staphyloma ; in one marked case of pro
gressive staphyloma of the cornea, the sequela of trachoma
and pannus, the bulging of the cornea was checked and the
infiltration into its parenchyma absorbed under the use of
Calc. iod.

CALCAREA PHOSPHORICA.
Eyes red ; capillary vessels visible in streaks from corners to
cornea. Sensation of something in the eye; always felt if it is
mentioned. Cannot read; light hurts, particularly candle
light.
Clinical.—Valuable results have been obtained from the use
of Calc. phos. in parenchymatous keratitis, especially if occur
ring in patients of a scrofulous diathesis; in one case, in which
the haziness of the left cornea had been present two weeks and
had extended from above downwards, the vision was almost
wholly lost. On account of enlargement of the tonsils, Dr. C.
A. Boyle prescribed Calc. phos.3, under which rapid improve
ment took place, and six weeks later only a slight macula re
mained; vision £$. The photophobia has been well marked
in all cases of corneal inflammation successfully treated with
Calc. phos.
In checking the progress of cataract, it has appeared to be
of decided service. The range of usefulness of this drug in
ophthalmic disorders is, no doubt, much more extended than
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here given, but further experience is necessary to demonstrate

its proper sphere of action.

CALENDULA.
Clinical.—The most marked success which has attended
the use of Calendula, has been observed in injuries of the eye
and its appendages, especially cut wounds.
In wounds of the lids and brows which have been badly
treated by plasters until suppuration has taken place, the
local application of Calendula is the remedy.
After all operations upon the eye or lids, this drug is useful
in preventing any undue amount of inflammation and in
hastening recovery. Its action is not, however, limited to the
prevention of inflammation, as it has been of service in vari
ous forms of traumatic inflammation of the eye.
Benefit has been derived from this drug in blennorrhcea of
the lachrymal sac.
In the practice of Dr. W. P. Fowler, good results have
been obtained from Calendula, in a large number of cases
of pustular conjunctivitis, especially if there was little or no
photophobia but much redness. He has given the third
potency internally and applied a solution of the tincture
locally, twenty drops to two drachms of water.
Only occasionally has this drug been used internally; its
most marked results having been obtained from its local ap
plication. A solution of the tincture—from ten drops to two
drachms to the ounce of water—may be employed, but a
decoction, made from the leaves, is the best preparation which
can be used upon the eye.

CANNABIS SATIYA.
(Under this drug the symptoms of Cannabis indica will be included, but desig
nated by *, as the clinical application of the two remedies is apparently the
same.)

Objective.—*Injection of the vessels of the conjunctiva.

*The vessels of the conjunctiva of both eyes are injected in a trian
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gular patch extending from the internal canthus to the cornea;

worse at night. The cornea becomes obscured. *Lachrymation.
Subjective.—*Heat in the eyes. Sensation of spasmodic
drawing in the eye; as if sand were in the eyes. Pressure
from behind the eye forward..
Vision.—*While reading the letters run together. Twink
ling, trembling and glimmering before the eyes. *Sensitive-
ness of the eye to light.
Clinical.—Cannabis deserves to be employed more exten
sively in ophthalmic troubles than it has hitherto been, espe
cially in affections of the cornea and conjunctiva. I would
suggest its use in pterygium, though have not, at present writ
ing, given it a trial.
The following case will illustrate its action in pustular
keratitis:—Colored man, set. 28, duration of disease two days.
There was a large pustule on the inner margin of the left
cornea, with excessive injection of the conjunctival vessels,
commencing in a broad base at the internal canthus and ter
minating in the pustule which forms the apex of a triangle,
similar to a pterygium. He was entirely cured in three days
under Cannabis ind.—A. Wanstall.
Both varieties of Cannabis have been used with benefit in
vascular conditions of the cornea. Some cases of pannus have
yielded to its influence, though more valuable results have
been obtained from its use in parenchymatous keratitis, as
a case recently under treatment will illustrate :—A boy, set. 7,
was brought to me on December 24th for treatment of an
interstitial inflammation of the right cornea, of two weeks
duration. The history of hereditary syphilis was fairly clear.
Under Aurum mur.3, the eye was nearly well on January
20th, when the left eye became inflamed, and continued to
grow worse until March 2d, notwithstanding the use of
Aurum, Con., Arsen., etc. internally, and the instillation of
Atropine in the eye. On March 2d, the cornea was densely
opaque and vascular, so that the iris could not be seen through
it. The epithelial layer was a little rough, but there was no
superficial ulceration. There was profuse lachrymation and
intense photophobia; the child not being able to open his eyes
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in any light. He complained of' some pain. Cannabis sativa3,

had been given for four days with no relief; the tincture, ten
drops in two-thirds of a glass of water, one teaspoonful every
hour, was now prescribed. Immediate improvement followed
its use, and on March 8th the child could open the eye well,
had no pain and the vascular infiltration into the cornea had
diminished. The cornea continued to clear for a month or
more, when, only a very moderate amount of haziness remain
ing, other remedies were given for other symptoms.

CANTHARIS.
Inflammation of the eyes. Lachrymation. Burning in the
eyes and glowing heat as from coals. Biting sensation as if salt
were in them.
Clinical.—Has proved efficacious in inflammations of the
eye caused by burns, as in the case of a young man who had
had a hot iron thrust into the eye, burning the conjunctiva and
thus producing quite severe conjunctivitis with burning pain
in the eye. Canth. quickly relieved the pain and cured. In
another case, in which the cornea was inflamed as the result
of a burn from fireworks, with some ciliary injection, great
photophobia and moderate pain, a speedy cure was effected
under Cantharis30, after Aconite and Atropine had failed to
relieve.
CARBO YEGETABILIS.
Subjective.—A heavy weight seemed to lie upon the eyes,
so that he must make a great exertion when reading or writing
in order to distinguish letters. The muscles of the eye pain
when looking up. Itching in the margin of the lids and
about the eyes.
Vision.—He became short-sighted after exerting the eyes
for some time. Black floating spots, flickering and rings
before the eyes.
Clinical.—This drug has been too little employed in eye
diseases, and its clinical history is extremely scant.
From its symptomatology we are led to recommend its use
60 CARBOLIC ACID CAUSTICUM.

in cases of myopia, accompanied by posterior staphyloma, in

which it ought to relieve the unpleasant symptoms -and pre
vent the increase of the staphyloma, though I do not imagine
that it would in any degree diminish the amount of myopia.
In asthenopia, as the verified symptoms indicate, it has
proved beneficial.

CARBOLIC ACID.
Very severe orbital neuralgia over the right eye. Slight
pain over the right eyebrow ; the same kind of pain, but in a
milder degree, under the right patella, both of short duration.
Clinical.—In conjunctivitis trachomatosa, with or without
pannus, remarkable success has often followed the use of
Carbolic acid and glycerine as a local application. I have
used it in the proportion of six drops to the ounce, and in
many cases it has acted much better than tannic acid or other
astringents.
As indicated by the above verified symptomatology, it has
proved of service in some cases of supra-orbital neuralgia.

CAUSTICUM.
Objective.—Inflammation of the eyes, with burning and
pressure in them and agglutination in the morning. Visible
twitching of the lids and in the left eyebrow. Lachrymation
even in a warm room, but worse in the open air. Pupils
dilated.
Subjective.—Burning and stinging as with needles in the
eyes, with dryness and photophobia, especially in the evening.
Pressure in the eyes as if sand were in them. Pressive pain in
the eye increased by touch. Biting and pressure in the eyes,
which seem heavy, with redness of the lid. Itching of the
eyes, especially in the lids ; disappears on rubbing. Inclination
to close the eyes; they close involuntarily. Sensation of heaviness
in the upper lid as if he could not raise it easily, or as if it were
agglutinated to the lower lid and could not be easily loosened.

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Opening of the lids is difficult. Itching on the lower lid and

on its inner surface, with burning as soon as he touches the
eye or moves it.
Vision.—Photophobia ; constantly obliged to wink. Flick
ering before the eyes, as from swarms of insects. If he winks,
he sees sparks of fire before the eyes, even on a bright day.
The eyes become dim, and the vision indistinct; it seems as
though a thick cloud were before the eyes. Obscuration of
the vision, as if a veil were drawn before them ; transient ob
scuration on blowing the nose. Farsightedness; unable to
read without glasses.
Clinical.—From the symptomatology given above and the
many verifications, it will be readily seen how important a
remedy Causticum must be in ophthalmic diseases.
It has been employed with benefit in some cases of blephar
itis (especially if ameliorated in the fresh air—Liebold), and
in certain forms of tumors of the lids, particularly warts on
the lids and brow.
Simple acute conjunctivitis, with a sensation of sand in the
eye and dull pain in the eyeball as if sore, has been relieved
under Caust.200. It is not, however, often the remedy for ex
ternal inflammations of the eye, though as an intercurrent, in
scrofulous inflammations and trachoma with pannus, it has
been of decided service, if called for according to indications
in the above symptomatology.
The action of Caust. upon the lens is probably as pronounced
as that of any remedy in our materia medica, and several cases
of cataract have been arrested in their progress and even the sight
improved, where before its administration they were rapidly
going on to complete blindness.
The following case will illustrate its action :—A man ap
peared for treatment with well-marked hard cataract, which
was rapidly increasing. (Had been told by celebrated oculists
of the old school that he would soon be blind and that he
then could be operated upon.) He complained of the follow
ing symptoms : a sensation as if there was a substance in the
eye too large, causing a kind of heaviness and distension, only
in the evening, also a feeling as if there was'something mov-

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ing in the eyes in the evening ; could not retain his urine,
and could not feel the urine passing through the urethra.
Under the influence of Caust. the progress of the cataract was
immediately checked, and one year afterward the vision was
found somewhat improved, though the white striae in the lens
underwent no appreciable change. After seven years his vision
remained fully as good as when he began treatment.—T. F. A.
That this remedy has checked the progress of cataract and
improved the vision has often been demonstrated to my satis
faction. A case of an old lady, sixty-five years of age, with
immature hard cataract in both eyes, in which the vision im
proved in three months under Caust., from V. -fifo o. u., -J- 14
V. M, to R. V. n L. V. U, + 16 R- V. ft L. V. U, is only
one case out of many found on my record books. It must not
be supposed, however, that I believe cataract can be cured by
internal medication, for I have never seen any change in the.
opaque striae found in the lens, but only a clearing of the dif
fuse haziness which often accompanies this condition.
But its principal sphere of action is in paralysis of the muscles,
and here it is the remedy " par excellence." It has been used
more often with advantage in paralysis of the ciliary muscle,
external rectus, levator palpebrae superioris, or orbicularis,
though indicated in paralysis of any of the muscles, particularly
if caused from exposure to cold. In cases of paralysis following
diphtheria it has also been of service. Selected from a num
ber of cures are the following, which will serve to illustrate its
action :—A girl, eleven years of age, had complained of her
vision gradually failing for near objects, for a week ; supposed
to be due to a cold. V. f$ improved by + 24 to fft. Could
only read 3J Snellen, at the distance of two or three feet, or,
with + 24 glasses. The eyes were perfectly normal, pupils
not dilated, and the action of the other muscles good. The
diagnosis was paralysis of the accommodation in both eyes.
Caust.200 was prescribed. Three days later, when next seen,
she had fully recovered the power of accommodation and re
ported that two hours after first taking the medicine the vision
began to improve, and on the next day she could read as well
as ever.—A lady, thirty-two, after being over-heated by danc-
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ing, took cold and was attacked in the night with severe tear
ing pains in the left half of the face ; afterward she saw indis
tinctly ; diplopia followed with inability to turn the left eye
outward (paresis n. abducentis sin.). Caust. removed the pare
sis entirely in fourteen days.—Payr.
For paralysis of the muscles brought on by getting wet,
Rhus is more often called for than Caust., as the latter is espe
cially indicated in those cases resulting from exposure to
cold.

CEDRON.
Pain across the eyes from temple to temple. Severe shooting
pain over the left eye.
Clinical.—The sphere of usefulness for Cedron, so far as ex
perience has taught us, is confined to neuralgic affections of
the eye, particularly when involving the supra-orbital nerve ;
and in supra-orbital neuralgia it is among the first remedies to
be thought of. The pains are usually severe, sharp and shooting,
starting from one point over the eye (more often over the left),
and then extending along the branches of the supra-orbital
nerve up into the head ; in some cases the pains would come
and go suddenly and would be worse in the evening or upon
lying down, though these may not be characteristic. One case
of pressing frontal headache of long standing, occurring in a
woman troubled with chronic disseminate choroiditis, with
sharp pains extending from above the eyes back to the tem
ples and occiput, and always worse before a storm, was very
quickly and permanently relieved by a few doses of Cedron3.
The severe supra-orbital pains found in iritis, choroiditis
and other deep inflammations of the eye, are often speedily
controlled by this drug.

CHAMOMILLA.
Objective.—The eyelids are swollen in the morning and
agglutinated with purulent mucus ; much discharge of pus or
blood. Conjunctiva swollen and dark red. Lachrymation.
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Subjective.—Burning and sensation of heat in the eyes ;

pressure in the eyes which are inflamed and full of mucus in
the morning. Violent pressure in the orbital region ; sensation
in the eyeball as if it were compressed from all sides, with
momentary obscuration of vision. Stitches in the orbital
region and soreness in the canthi.
Clinical.—Chamomilla is especially adapted to superficial
inflammations of the eye, occurring in children, being rarely,
if ever, useful in diseases of the deeper tissues.
It is an excellent remedy in ophthalmia neonatorum, char
acterized by the usual symptoms (even if the cornea has been
attacked), if the child is very fretful and wants to be carried
all the time. It should also be thought of in inflammations of
the eye in which the congestion is so great that the discharges
are bloody as well as purulent (Nux).
Cham. has proved very serviceable in scrofulous ophthalmia
occurring in cross, peevish children during dentition, and it will
often relieve the severity of the symptoms, even though it
does not complete the cure. The symptoms which call for this
drug are usually severe ; the pustules and ulcers are chiefly
situated on the cornea, and are attended with great intolerance
of light, considerable redness and lachrymation.

CHELIDONIUM MAJUS.
Objective.—Twitching and blinking of the lids. The white
of the eye is of dirty yellow color. Redness of the conjunctiva,
especially of the lower lid. Lachrymation.
Subjective-—Tearing pain in and above the eyes. Neu
ralgic pain above the right eye, especially in the evening
when reading by artificial light. Pressive pain above the left
eye, which seems to press down the upper lid. Aching or pain
in the eyeballs on looking up or moving the eyes.
Vision.—Dimness of vision. A blinding spot seems to be
before the eyes, and if he looks at it, the eye waters.
Clinical.—At one time remarkable success was claimed to
have followed the use of this drug in a variety of eye troubles,
as inflammations, opacities of the cornea, intermittent ciliary

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neuralgia, etc., but later observations have failed to verify

much of its vaunted success.
The pain in and over the eye upon looking up has oc
casionally led to its employment with favorable results ; as for
instance in a case of acute aggravation of chronic trachoma,
in which the right eye had been very red and inflamed for
five days, with much pain all night and a hard, sharp pain on
turning the eye upward. Under Chel.30 the pain was at once
relieved and the acute condition had entirely subsided in three
days.
-This remedy may be of service in affections of the muscles,
as suggested by the following case :—A lady (age 40) reported
that her eyes had been growing weak for three days, from no
apparent cause. She complained of distant objects being
blurred and that upon attempting to fixate an object, two were
seen. Near vision was not affected. Examination showed
decided weakness of the right external rectus muscle. Chel.200
relieved all the symptoms in two days.—T. F. A.

CHIMAPHILA UMBELLATA.
Clinical.—A large number of cases of pterygium have been
treated by this drug, a few of which have been improved, while
others have exhibited no good results from its use.

CHINA.
Motion of eyes painful, with sensation of mechanical hin
drance. Lachrymation, with crawling pains in the eyes and
in the inner surface of the lids. Dimness of vision.
Clinical.—The clinical application of China in ophthalmic
disorders has been varied, according to the reports in our lit
erature, though it is a remedy not often called for in ophthalmic
therapeutics.
It is especially adapted to those diseases of the eye which
are of a malarial origin, or in which the pains are of an in
termittent type; also to those affections in which there is im
pairment of tone from loss of vital fluids.
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CHININUM MURIATICUM.
Clinical.—This form of quinine, in appreciable doses, has
been used with great success in controlling the severe neural
gic pains occurring in iritis and various other diseases of the
eye. In some cases it does more than control pain, as it ex
ercises a very beneficial influence over the progress of the dis
ease. This is especially so if malaria complicates the trouble
and the pains are intense and intermittent in type.
Favorable results have been observed from its use in tra
choma with or without pannus.
In ulceration of the cornea it is of service if the iris has be
come involved and there is severe pain, either in the eye or
above, periodic in character, especially if accompanied by
chills; also in ulceration of pannoused corneas, with much
pain in the morning. The intensity of the pains and their
intermittent character will furnish our chief indications.

CHININUM SULPHURICUM.
Disc and retina both very ansemic. Pupils dilated. Neural
gic twinges in the supra and infra-orbital nerves, generally
periodic in character.
Vision.—Dimness of vision as from a net before the eyes,
and as from a dark fog. Great sensitiveness of the eye to the
light, with lachrymation in the full glare of light. Bright
lights and sparks before the eyes. Black spot, size of pins' head,
about eighteen inches from right eye and moving with eye
for some weeks.
Clinical.—From the physiological action of quinine upon
the eye, it should prove a valuable remedy in affections of the
optic nerve and retina. It has not, however, been employed
to any extent, although cases of optic neuritis are said to have
been cured by its use.
An interesting case of intermittent strabismus, occurring in
a child and continuing for some time (would squint one day
and be entirely well on the next), was cured by the use of this
remedy in the hands of an empiric.

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CHLORALUM.
Clinical.—The hydrate of chloral has a marked action
upon the eye, in some persons producing injection of the con
junctiva, weakness of the eyes, paleness and congestion of the
optic nerve, dimness of vision, etc. The clinical verifications
of these symptoms have not, however, been made.
Dr. Buffum reports that he has cured with Chloral. hyd.6,
the following symptoms in asthenopia:—"Burning, smarting,
itching; lids gummed in the morning; lids heavy, droop at
night and after use; eyeballs feel too large; lids puffed; all
symptoms brought on by use ; eyes feel better in cool air."

CICUTA YIRQSA.
Objective.—Eyes staring; she stares with unaltered look
at one and the same place and cannot help it. Pupils dilated
and insensible. Pupils first contracted then dilated.
Vision.—When she attempts to stand she wishes to hold
on to something, because objects seem now to come nearer,
and now to recede from her. Objects seem double (and black).
Clinical.—It is in spasmodic affections of the eye and its
appendages, that this remedy is especially indicated. Thus we
find it very valuable in strabismus, particularly if periodic
and spasmodic in character; many cases of which have been
cured (this, of course, excludes that form of periodic squint
dependent upon an anomaly of refraction). Strabismus oc
curring after a fall or blow has been relieved.

CIMICIFUGA.
Eyes congested during headache. Pain over the eyes, ex
tending from them to the top of the head. Pain over the
left eye, extending along the base of the brain to the occiput.
Pain in the centre of the eyeballs, and also sensation as if pain
were situated between the eyeball and the orbital plate of the
frontal bone, worse in the morning. Aching pain in both eye
balls. Black specks before the eyes.
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Clinical. —Cimicifuga is not often required if there has been

much tissue change, unless it be to control the pains which
arise in the course of the disease, as for instance in occasional
cases of ulceration of the cornea in which the pains are sharp,
extending through the eye into the head.
It may be indicated in asthenopic troubles, as in a case of
accommodative asthenopia in a myope of one-sixth, with ach
ing in the eyeballs and shooting pains back into the head,
aggravated at the menstrual periods. Cured by Cimicif.—J.
H. Buffum.
In certain forms of ciliary neuralgia its value has been fre
quently demonstrated. It is indicated by aching pains in the
eyeball or in the temples extending to the eyes, so severe,
especially at night, that in some instances it seems as if the
patient would go crazy ; also if the pains are sharp or shoot
ing, extending either from the occiput through to the eyes,
from the eyes to the occiput or from the eyes to the top of the
head ; these pains are generally worse on the right side, in
the afternoon and at night, and are ameliorated on lying
down.
Macrotin, a resinoid from Cimicifuga, has often been
employed in place of the whole drug, especially in ciliary
neuralgia. Its action upon the eye is very similar to Cimi
cifuga, and, by some, it is usually given in preference to the
latter. Angell highly recommends it for hypersesthesia of
the retina. A case of hypersesthesia of the retina with retro
version of the uterus, characterized by much pain in and
above the eyes, intense photophobia and profuse lachryma-
tion is reported cured under Macrotin3.—W. F. Fowler.

CDfA.
Pulsation of the superciliary muscles ; a kind of convulsion.
A slow stitch extending from above the upper orbital margin
deep into the brain. Pupils dilated.
On rising from the bed all becomes black before the eyes,
with dizziness in the head and faintness; he totters to and fro;
relieved on lying down. Yellow vision.
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Clinical.—Cina or Santonine may be of service in strabis

mus or other ophthalmic disorders depending upon helmin
thiasis, if the child has a pale sickly look, with blue rings
around the eyes, pain about the umbilicus, boring of the
nose, etc.
Santonine has been used with favorable results in asthenopia
caused by anomalies in refraction. The second decimal potency
was employed.—W. H. Woodyatt.

CDOfABARIS.
Inflammation of the eye. Aching soreness of eyes, worse in
the evening. Pain from inner canthus of left eye across eyebrows.
Weakness and sleepiness in the eyes about noon; could
scarcely keep them open. Drawing sensation from right inner
canthus across the malar bone to the ear. Shooting pains in inner
canthus of right eye, with a burning and itching. Pain from
right lachrymal duct around the eye to the temple.
Clinical.—This form of Mercury is an important remedy in
ophthalmic therapeutics, and the indications for its use are
generally very clear.
In various forms of blepharitis, conjunctivitis and keratitis
even when severe ulceration of the cornea has occurred, it has
proved especially serviceable, if accompanied by that charac
teristic symptom of pain above the eye, extending from the inter
nal to the external canthus, or a pain which runs around the eye,
usually above but sometimes below; this pain may vary greatly
in intensity and character, being sometimes sharp, stinging or
stitching, at other times dull or aching, and may extend into
the eye or up into the head. The photophobia and lachryma-
tion are usually very marked as well as the redness. The lids
frequently feel so heavy that it is with difficulty they are
kept open, especially in the evening.
Keratitis parenchymatosa and scleritis, in which there has
been more or less pain over the eye, have been benefited by
Cinnabar.
In iritis and kerato-iritis it is often called for, especially in
the syphilitic variety and if gummata are present in the iris.
70 CLEMATIS—COLOCYNTHIS.

The chief indication will be found in the characteristic pain

over the eye, although, in addition to this, there may be
shooting pains through the eye into the head, or soreness
along the course of the supra-orbital nerve and corresponding
side of the head. TJie pains are worse at night, usually in the
evening, though in one case the aggravation was from one to
three in the morning.
Asthenopia, with pain extending from the inner canthus
around the eye, and soreness over the exit of the supra-orbital
nerve, worse in the morning; also with pain around the right
eye, aggravated in the evening and upon using the eyes; has
been relieved by this remedy.
Cinnabar is a very valuable remedy in certain forms of
ciliary neuralgia, as indicated by the symptoms already men
tioned. The pains are not sharp and lancinating, radiating
from one point in various directions as in Spigelia, neither do
they follow the course of the supra-orbital nerve as do the
pains of Cedron. Kali bichrom. has a similar pain, on the
left side.

CLEMATIS.
Inflammation of the white of the eye with lachrymation.
Pain in the eye. Burning in the eyes, as if fire were streaming
out of them, with sensation of dryness.
Clinical.—This remedy has been most useful in iritis or
kerato-iritis, in which there has been much dryness and burn
ing heat in the eyes with great sensitiveness to cold air, light
or bathing. In one case of chronic syphilitic iritis of two
months' standing, with deep ciliary injection, slight pain, es
pecially at night, and posterior synechise, a cure followed the
use of Clematis1 for ten days, after both homoeopathic and
allopathic treatment had failed to relieve him.

COLOCYNTHIS.
Painful pressure in the eye-balls, especially on stooping.
Pain in the eyes; a sharp cutting in the right eye-ball.
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Clinical. —It is chiefly serviceable in controlling the pains

of iritis and glaucoma, with severe burning, sticking or cut
ting, extending from the eye up into the head and around the
eye; or else an aching pain going back into the head, usually
worse on rest at night and on stooping, and ameliorated by firm
pressure and walking in a warm room; a sensation on stooping,
as if the eye would fall out is also sometimes present. The
lachrymation'is profuse.

COMOCLADIA.
The eyes feel very heavy, larger than usual, painful and
pressing out of the head, as if something was pressing on top
of the eye-balls, moving them downward and outward. Right
eye very painful, feeling much larger and more protruded than the
left. The eyes feel more painful when near the warm stove.
Right eye-ball very sore, worse on moving the eye. Eye-balls
feel worse on moving them.
Clinical.—Ciliary neuralgia, from asthenopia, iritis and a
variety of ocular diseases, has been relieved by Comocladia
when indicated by the above symptoms.

CONIUM MACULATUM.
Objective.—Whites of the eye yellow. Affected with a
weakness and dazzling of the eyes, together with a giddiness
and debility of the whole body, especially the muscles of the
arms and legs, so that on attempting to walk one staggers like
a person who had drunk too much liquor. Partially para
lyzed condition of the external muscles of the eye ; he could
hardly raise the eyelids, which seemed pressed down by a
heavy weight, and was disposed to fall off to sleep. Pupils
dilated.
Subjective.—Pressure in the eyes, while reading. Burning
in the eyes and on the inner surface of the lids. Aching pain
across the eyebrows and mistiness of vision.
Vision.—Weakness of vision. Double vision. Sluggishness
of accommodation; vision good for fixed objects, but when an
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object is put in motion before the eyes, there is a haze and

dimness of vision producing vertigo.
Clinical.—In superficial inflammations of , the eye, Conium
is a remedy of the first importance; but when the deeper struc
tures have become invaded, not as much benefit has been de
rived from its use.
Indurations of the lids have been removed, and ptosis has
been benefited by Conium.
It is, however, in inflammatory conditions of the cornea
(ulcers and pustules) that this remedy is chiefly useful, especi
ally if the inflammation is superficial, involving only the epithelial
layers, and caused either from an injury, cold, or scrofulous
diathesis; the latter of which is most frequently the case.
The indications for its use are generally very clear and well
marked ; thus, the photophobia, which is the most prominent
symptom, is excessive, so that it is with great difficulty that we
are enabled to open the spasmodically closed lids, and when
they are opened a profuse flow of hot tears takes place (Rhus).
Upon examination of the eye we usually find very slight, or no
redness, not sufficient to account for the great photophobia,
which is out of all proportion to the amount of trouble. The
discharge of mucus or pus is rarely profuse, but intimately
mixed with the tears. The pains vary greatly, but are gener
ally worse at night (eye aches on lying down to sleep) and in
any light, relieved in a dark room. and sometimes by pressure.
Hence it appears that Conium is chiefly adapted to those
cases in which the nerves are in a state of hypersesthesia, or
when only the terminal filaments are exposed by superficial
abrasion of the epithelial layer.
Hypersesthesia of the retina frequently calls for this drug.
The following instructive case, in which hypersesthesia of
the retina was a prominent symptom, came under my care .
about three years ago :—Jessie H, set. 20, had been sub
ject to severe headaches, often with nausea, all her life.
Seven weeks previous to my seeing her, upon waking in the
morning, she found she could see only dimly, with great pho
tophobia and loss of color perception. She had been perfectly
well (no headache or pain in the eyes) the day before, and inter-

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ested in obtaining a situation which she desired. This condition

of the eyes continued, without change, until I saw her, although
she had suffered from a mild attack of pneumonia during the
interval. There was some leucorrhcea, but no other uterine
symptoms. Upon examination found photophobia so intense that
she could not open the eyes, even in a moderately darkened
room, without the aid of blue glasses. She could not see print
of any size, not even No. 200, Snellen, though could count
fingers at twenty feet. All colors appeared white. External and
internal examination of the eyes revealed nothing abnormal.
There was constant headache in the forehead, somewhat in
occiput, worse after 4 p. m., and in the morning, relieved by
tying the head up. Conium1 was given. Upon the next
day, when in church, she was attacked with intense pain in
both eyes, followed by headache, after which she could dis
tinguish colors. Ten days later, the sensitiveness to light had
nearly disappeared, the headaches had been relieved, and her
perception of colors was good. Vision ^1T8Tr, but with convex
40, vision ff. Could not read without glasses, but with con
vex 60 could read at usual distance. Under the use of Ruta
grav.2 for about six weeks, both near and distant vision became
perfect without glasses (vision f-f).
By reference to the symptomatology, it will be seen that it
must be an important remedy in paralysis of the muscles, espe
cially weakness of the accommodation, in which it has often
been of great service. The following case, rapidly cured with
Conium, illustrates its use in asthenopia :—Can read only a
few seconds before the letters run together ; burning pain deep
in the eyes, with hot flashes ; cannot bear either light or heat,
is worse in a warm room, and better in the mornings, and on
a cloudy day ; black spots are seen on closing the eyes ; distant
objects appear more distant ; objects are surrounded by pris
matic colors, out of doors; eyes perfectly normal in appear
ance.—T. F. A.

CROCUS SATIYUS.
Objective.—Visible twitching of the lids, with a sensation
as if something must be wiped from the right eye. Inclined to
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press the eyes tightly together from time to time. Pupils

dilated.
Subjective.—Sensation of soreness in the lids. Feeling in
the eyes as though he had wept very violently. After reading
a while (even during the day) the eyes pain, with a sore burn
ing and some dimness, so that he was frequently obliged to
wink. Feeling as of biting smoke in the eyes. Feeling as
though water were constantly coming into the eyes, only in
the room, not in the open air.
Vision.—The light seems dimmer than usual, as if a veil
were between the eyes and the light; is frequently obliged to
wink and wipe his eyes, as though a film of mucus were over
them.
Clinical.—The use of Crocus has been chiefly limited to the
relief of individual symptoms, arising in the course of various
diseases, as indicated by the verified symptomatology.
The chief benefit has been observed from its use in astheno-
pic troubles, in which the above symptoms are especially
found.
The feeling in the eyes as from violent weeping, especially
if complicated with the sensation as if something were alive
in the abdomen, is well marked and has been relieved by
Crocus.
The following clinical symptoms have also disappeared un
der the use of this drug :—Pain in the eye to the top of the
head (Cimicif., Lach.). Pain in the left eye darting to the
right. A sensation of cold wind blowing across the eyes
(Fluoric acid). Constant winking with suffusion of the eyes
in tears.—J. T. O'Connor.

CROTALUS HORRIDUS.
Yellow color of the eyes. Blood exudes from the eye. Pres
sure and oppression above the eyes.
Clinical.—The chief sphere of action for Crotalus, in com
mon with the other snake poisons, as suggested by Dr. C. Th.
Liebold, is to be found in intraocular hemorrhages. It has
appeared to hasten the absorption of extravasations into the
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vitreous, though more favorable results have been obtained

from its use in retinal hemorrhages. It has been of service in
the extravasations into the retina, dependent upon various
forms of retinitis, but it is especially adapted to those cases
which result from a degeneration of the vessels and are non
inflammatory in origin, in which it is more frequently in
dicated than Lachesis. The latter is, however, very similar
to Crotalus in its action upon intraocular hemorrhages, and
general indications must decide between the two.

CROTON TIGLIUM.
Inflammatory redness of the conjunctiva. Copious lachry-
mation.
Violent pains in the eye. Tensive pain above the right orbit.
Clinical.—Croton tigl. may be called for in pustular erup
tions upon the lids, either with or without corneal or conjunc
tival complication, especially if accompanied by vesicular
eruptions upon the face or head. (Ant. crud., if pustules are
confined to the margins of lids.)
That it is an important remedy in herpes zoster ophthalmi
cus was illustrated in the case of a child, in which a vesicular
eruption, with much redness of the surrounding integument,
appeared along the course of nerves on the right side of the
forehead after very severe pain. The pain continued after the
appearance of the eruption and was so violent the child could
not sleep at night. Some of the vesicles were filled with pus.
Crot. tigl.30 gave immediate relief, after Rhus30 had proved of
no avail.
In phlyctenular keratitis and conjunctivitis it has been em
ployed with benefit, especially if associated with the character
istic eruption upon the face and lids ; the eyes and face feel
hot and burning, the photophobia is marked and ciliary in
jection deep, with considerable pain in and around the eye,
usually worse at night.
It is not, however, confined to pustular inflammation in its
first stage, but is useful when the pustules have terminated in
ulcers, and also in real ulceration of the cornea, especially if
76 CUNDURANGO—CUPRUM ACET.—CUPRUM ALUMINATUM.

there is much pain in the supra-ciliary region, and an erup

tion on the face. In one case there was always much pain in
the eye whenever a movement from the bowels occurred.
Crot. tigl. immediately' relieved.—T. F. A.

CUNDURANGO.
Clinical.—This drug has been very useful in superficial
ulceration of the cornea, with varying amount of redness,
photophobia and pain, if accompanied by sores or cracking of
the corners of the mouth.

CUPRUM ACETICUM.
Clinical.—The acetate of copper has proved beneficial in
insufficiency of the external recti muscles. — J. H. Buffum.
The following case of paralysis of the left nervus abducentis
is reported by C. Heinigke in H. Kl. :—A young man, set. 29, was
suddenly taken, on leaving the cars after several hours of
railroad ride, with indistinct and double vision. The above
diagnosis was fully confirmed, and electricity with iodide of
potash was used for three months with no change. No other
symptoms were present, with the exception of slight frontal
headache, of which the patient had been suffering for years.
Sulphur and Rhus did little good. Cuprum acet., first 3, then
6, and afterwards 30, in repeated doses and at gradually in
creasing intervals, cured the case within a few months.

CUPRUM ALUMINATUM.
(The preparation of aluminate of copper most commonly
employed, is the so-called " Lapis divinus," which is composed
of equal parts of sulphate of copper, nitrate of potass. and
alum.)
Clinical.—The aluminate of copper has been successfully
used to a great extent in trachoma, to which condition it seems
especially adapted. The results obtained are usually more
satisfactory than those found from the sulphate of copper,
which is the main reliance of the old school in the treatment
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of this disorder. It is used locally by application of the

crystals to the granulations ; at the same time giving the
remedy in the potencies internally. Cuprum al. has been
of service in conjunctivitis pustulosa with inflammation of the
lids, though it cannot be often indicated in this affection.
Benefit has been derived from its use as a local application
to opacities of the cornea. Its irritative action serves to stim
ulate the absorption of the new cells in the cornea, which
result from inflammation.

CUPRUM SULPHURICUM.
Clinical.—The sulphate of copper is one of the most effi
cient local applications employed by the old school in many
superficial troubles of the eye, chief among which may be
mentioned granular lids, although it has also proved beneficial
in both catarrhal and purulent conjunctivitis.

DIGITALIS.
Pupils dilated. Objects seem green or yellow. In the even
ing while walking it seemed as though the upper part of the
field of vision was covered by a dark cloud.—Digitalin.
Clinical.—This remedy is reported to have been beneficial
in some cases of superficial inflammation of the eye, but I have
never had occasion to confirm its usefulness in ophthalmic
inflammations.
Some benefit has seemed to follow the use of Digitalis in
detachment of the retina, especially in relieving such disa
greeable symptoms as wavering before the eyes and the appear
ance as if everything were green.

DUBOISIA.
(The sulphate of Duboisin is more commonly used than the whole plant, Duboi-
sia, but as the two are so similar in action, both will be considered under the
above heading.)

Objective.—Lids slightly cedematous. Agglutination of lids

in the morning. Dilatation of the pupil. Vessels of the optic
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disc much enlarged and tortuous, so as to be easily visible. Disc

red and outline indistinct. Retinal veins dilated and tortuous.
Retinal arteries diminished. Fundus of eye generally very
hypersemic.
Subjective.—Eyes hot and dry. Eyes feel tired as if over
worked. Pain in eyeball, just beneath brow. Sharp pain in the
upper part of the eyeball.
Vision.—Complete paralysis of the accommodation ; could not
read at any distance and could not look at food while eating, on
account of pain. Can read better, and the print looks blacker
atdouble the usual distance. Paralysis of the accommodation
takes place before dilatation of the pupil, and continues after
the latter has recovered.
Clinical.—From a very valuable paper upon the clinical
and physiological action of Duboisin, by Dr. Charles Deady
in the Trans. of the Am. Hom. Oph. and Otol. Soc., 1880, the
following conclusions upon its usefulness in diseases of the
cornea and conjunctiva are cited:—"The results obtained in
the cases of ulcer of the cornea, in which it has been used, are
sufficiently good to warrant a trial in cases which prove in
tractable under other remedies. So far as we have been able
to observe, it seems to be adapted to a slow form of ulcer, more
or less deep, and without severe photophobia and lachrymation ;
in cases of superficial ulceration, or in which much photopho
bia was present, we have thus far obtained no benefit from
its use.
"The drug has been successfully used in several cases of
chronic hypersemia of the palpebral conjunctiva, involving to
some extent the borders of the lids. The symptoms calling for
its use in this condition strongly resemble those of Aconite,
viz., bright redness of the palpebral conjunctiva, with heat
and dryness of the eye. The difference between the two
drugs consists in the fact that the hypersemia which Duboisin
cures is a chronic affection, such as is found in hyperopes, and
which is not always relieved by the use of glasses."
In diseases of the fundus, especially of the optic nerve and
retina, Duboisin has proved, as might be expected, an import
ant remedy. Its value in hyperemia of the retina associated

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with weakness of the accommodation is well illustrated in the fol

lowing cases by Dr. Deady:—"May 17th, Mrs. C. Ophthalmo
scope shows retinal veins ve.ry much swollen and tortuous ;
arteries about normal ; fundus in other respects normal. There
is much frontal headache ; sharp pain through upper part of
eyeballs from front to back, very much aggravated by artificial
light ; eyes feel hot and dry ; conjunctiva of lids hypersemic ;
sight has been growing dim for last two months; V.=§$;
Hm.^, with which V.=f$. Accommodative asthenopia;
print blurs when held as near as eight inches. B. Duboisin3,
three hours.
May 20th. Better in every respect ; no headache ; no pain
in eyes ; ophthalmoscope shows fundus to be noimal ; con
junctiva normal ; can read without any discomfort.
Case II.—Lady, aet. 21. May 18th. Cannot read by gaslight;
dry, disagreeable feeling in eyes, pain and burning; lids swol
len so as to almost close palpebral aperture ; conjunctiva of lids
very hypersemic ; lids very cedematous, look like two bags of
water. These symptoms would all be brought on by reading
one half hour in a room artificially lighted, or would come on
without reading if she remained in the room an hour. Print
blurred when read from eight to ten inches ; ophthalmoscope
shows a marked hypersemia of fundus ; hypersemia of conjunc
tiva of the lids so great, that it had been diagnosed by former
physician as granular lids. V. f -{}- ; Hm.^^, V. f$. B. Du-
boisin3, four times a day.
May 21st. Very much better ; eyes look well ; lids normal ;
V.=f$ ; fundus normal.
May 25th. Eyes normal."
In optic neuritis and retinitis Duboisin is, no doubt, often in
dicated, for several cases have yielded promptly to its influ
ence, as the following will illustrate :—A man, aet. 42, had suf
fered from attacks of vertigo for three months. There was a
history of syphilis twenty years, and of a blow on the head
seventeen years, before. When first seen he complained of
sleeplessness day and night, severe headache from the back of
the neck over the head to the eyes, worse at night, and eyes
painful as if the balls were being pressed into the head. V.
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f$ o. u., with difficulty. The ophthalmoscope revealed a typi

cal picture of " engorged papilla " in each eye, marked enlarge
ment of vessels on the disc, and extravasations on the right optic
papilla and in the retina immediately around it. Bell.8 was
given for ten days with slight change in the symptoms, ex
cept that hemorrhages were found on both discs, pain above
the eyes with constant aching in them, and heavy pressure
on the vertex, worse in the morning. Within two weeks
under Duboisin3 the pain in the head had been relieved,
the hemorrhages in the nerves and retinse had disappeared,
and the inflammation was decidedly less. V. f$ o. u. There
were one or two slight aggravations after this, but not im
portant, wiien the patient was lost sight of.
True weakness of the accommodation may call for this remedy,
as already suggested by the symptomatology, and the cases of
hypersemia of the retina (compare Ruta, Con., Arg. nit.). I
use the term " true weakness," for I believe many of the so-
called cases of asthenopia are dependent upon an " irritable
weakness" of the accommodation, which is controlled by Ja-
borandi or one of that class of drugs.

ELECTRICITT A5D OALTANISM.

Clinical.—Dr. John Butler, in his work on Electro-thera
peutics, shows the homoeopathicity of electricity to various
ophthalmic affections. It is without doubt a valuable aid in
the treatment of many affections of the eye, but the mar
vellous power ascribed to it by some writers cannot be verified
in practice.
Many well authenticated cases of exophthalmic goitre have
been cured by galvanization of the sympathetic, and although
I have never used it to any great extent, I have no hesita
tion in recommending it as a valuable aid in this disease.
The use of the constant galvanic current in the production
of electrolysis of strictures of the lachrymal dud, has been espe
cially advocated by Dr. J. H. Buffum in Trans. Am. Hom. 0.
and 0. Soc. for 1879. It is very useful in some cases, and is
especially adapted to chronic strictures associated with blen-
norrhoea of the lachrymal sac. The beneficial results are

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not confined to the solution of the strictures, as an improve

ment in the blennorrhcea is usually soon observed.
It is, however, in paralysis of the muscles and weakness of the
internal recti (asthenopia muscularis) that electricity proves
itself chiefly efficacious. Cases of paralysis, both complete
and partial, of all the ocular muscles have been restored by
the aid of electricity or galvanism, though usually some
remedy has been employed at the same time internally as,
Caust., Rhus, Euphras., etc. It is usually applied by placing
one electrode (some say the positive and others the negative)
over the affected muscle, while the other is passed lightly over
the corresponding brow, or in some cases placed at the back
of the neck ; it should be applied regularly every day or two
for about three minutes at each sitting. *
Ciliary neuralgia, particularly if occurring in nervous sub
jects and not dependent upon any pathological changes in the
eye, is often quickly relieved by a weak current of electricity
through the painful region. This has been especially re
marked in cases of kopiopia hysterica in which there have
been a great variety of pains due to reflex irritation.

EUPATORIUM PERFOLIATUM.
Soreness of the eye-balls.
Clinical.—As an intercurrent remedy in various affections
in which excessive soreness of the eye-balls has been a promi
nent symptom, this drug has been very useful.

EUPHRASIA.
Objective.—Redness and swelling of the margins of the lids,
with at times an itching burning in them, and increased
watery discharge. Margins of lids red, with dry sensation.
The lids are swollen and red. Injection of conjunctival vessels.
Lachrymation profuse ; tears acrid and burning.
Subjective. —Burning and pressure in the eyes, with much
lachrymation. Biting in the eyes at times ; biting water runs

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from them. Burning biting in the eyes, obliging frequent

winking. Itching of the eyes on going out, obliging frequent
winking and wiping of the eyes, with increased lachrymation
in the afternoon. Burning in the margins of the lids, with dis
tressing sensation of dryness. The lids are sensitive and swol
len. Feeling as though the cornea were covered with much mucus ; it
obscures his vision and obliges him to frequently close and press the
lids together. Vision somewhat dim, as through a veil, in the
evening. Eyes sensitive to candle-light.
Clinical.—The indiscriminate use of Euphrasia in all cases
of ophthalmia, as prescribed by many practitioners, is not to
be imitated, for although it is a remedy of great importance,
especially in superficial diseases of the eye, still its sphere of
action is well defined.
The results of many cases have proved its value in ble
pharitis. When indicated, the lids will be found red, swollen
and covered with a thick, yellow, acrid discharge, together with
profuse, acrid, burning lachrymation, which makes the lids and
cheek sore and excoriated; firm agglutination of the lids in the
morning is also present, and fluent coryza often accompanies
the eye symptoms.
The cases of catarrhal and strumous inflammation of the
cornea and conjunctiva, which speedily respond to this drug,
are to be counted by scores, for it is in these cases that Eu
phrasia is especially efficacious. It is useful in both the
chronic and acute form of inflammation, but especially in the
latter, as follows:—Catarrhal inflammation from exposure to
cold ; catarrhal inflammation of the eyes and nose in the first
stage of measles; papillary trachoma with or without pannus;
pustules on the cornea and conjunctiva; superficial ulceration
of the cornea (sometimes accompanied with pannus), though
is rarely indicated in the deep form, except, perhaps, as a pal
liative in the first stage. In all the above cases we usually
find much photophobia, though it may be nearly absent. The
lachrymation is profuse, acrid and burning as is also the
thick, yellow, muco-purulent discharge, which is usually pres
ent excoriating the lids, making them red, inflamed and
sore, as well as giving the cheek an appearance as if var-

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nished. The conjunctiva may be quite red, with chemosis. The

pains are not characteristic though usually smarting, sticking
or burning, from the nature of the discharges. Fluent coryza
often accompanies the above symptoms.
The blurring of the eyes, relieved by winking, so often found
in superficial inflammations of the eye, and due to the secretions
getting upon the cornea, thus interfering with vision, and then
carried away by the movement of the lids in winking, is a
simple symptom, which is almost invariably relieved by Eu
phrasia.
Purulent ophthalmia has been benefited, particularly that
form found in new-born children (ophthalmia neonatorum).
The condition of the lids and nature of the discharges, already
given, which indicate its choice, will be found more often in
the later stages than at the beginning of the disease.
Dr. Dudgeon reports, in Brit. Jour. of Hom., two cases of
rheumatic iritis cured by this drug, in which there was great
ciliary injection, photophobia, dimness of the aqUeous, dis
coloration of the iris, posterior synechise and constant aching
with occasional darting pain in the eye, always worse at night.
The following case indicates that it may be useful in par
alysis of the muscles :—A man, set. 52, appeared for treatment,
with total paralysis of the oculo-motor nerve, even to those
filaments which supply the iris and ciliary muscle, which came
on rapidly after exposure in the cold and wet. Electricity was
applied every day or two for about five weeks, and either
Rhus or Caust. given internally at the same time, with no
benefit. At the end of this time, on account of some slight
catarrhal symptoms, Euphrasia30 was given and the electricity
continued. After taking two doses of Euphrasia the upper
lid could be slightly raised, the pupil began to contract and
the eye to turn inward; within four weeks a complete cure
was effected.
Euphrasia is very similar to Mercurius in the character of
its discharges, only that in Merc. they are thin and excoriat
ing, while under Euphrasia they are thick and excoriating.
Arsenicum also has acrid secretions, but they are usually thin,
not as profuse as in the above remedies and are accompanied by
much burning pain and photophobia. Rhus, like Euphrasia,
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has profuse lachrymation, but it is not as excoriating. In

paralysis of the muscles, caused by exposure to cold or wet,
Euphrasia may be compared to Caust. and Rhus, the remedies
upon which we chiefly rely in these affections, but it seems
especially called for when a catarrhal condition of the eye is,
at the same time, present.

FERRUM.
Sticking pain over the left eye, coming suddenly and lasting
a short time only.
Clinical.—The- iodide of iron has been used by Dr. Liebold
with benefit in exophthalmic goitre. In one case, occurring in
a woman after suppression of the menses, and characterized by
protrusion of the eyes, enlargement of the thyroid gland, palpi
tation of the heart, and excessive nervousness ; the menses soon
reappeared, the nervousness diminished, and all the symptoms
improved after the administration of Ferrum iodatum. An
other similar case, occurring in a colored woman, was relieved
by the acetate of iron. *

FLUORIC ACID.
Sensation as if the eyelids were opened by force and a fresh
wind were blowing on them; after that, sensation like sand in the
eyeball, which had the same feeling as if the eyes were in
flamed.
Clinical.—A case of lachrymal fistula on the left side, of
one years duration, with a clear, yellow scab on the cheek,
near the inner canthus which is but slightly red and painful
to pressure. Every three or four days it begins to itch, grow
moist, then heads again; it is sometimes painful before it opens.
Fluoric acid30 cured.—C. Hering.
The symptom, as if cold wind were blowing in the eye, has been
frequently verified in various ophthalmic diseases.

GELSEMIUM.
Objective.—Drooping of the eyelids. Eyelids half closed,
with apparent inability to move them. Lids close on looking
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steadily at anything. Great heaviness of the lids. Pupils di

lated.
Subjective.—Soreness of the eyeballs. Drawing over the
eyes. Dull full feeling (attended with some aching) in the whole
of the orbits. Bruised pain above and back of the orbits.
Vision.—Dimness of vision. Dimness of sight and vertigo.
Smoky appearance before the eyes, with pain above them. Objects
appear double. Diplopia which can be controlled by an effort
of the will. Diplopia when inclining the head towards either
side, but vision single when holding the head erect.
Clinical.—Gelsemium is rarely found of benefit in superfi
cial affections of the eye, but is especially adapted to diseases
of the fundus and paralysis of the nerves.
Its action upon the uveal tract is very marked, especially in the
serous form of inflammation, either when it involves the iris,
ciliary body and choroid separately or all three at the same
time. In serous iritis, the hypersecretion and cloudiness of
the aqueous humor, together with moderate ciliary injection
and varying amount of pain in the eye and head, will be our
chief indications. (Compare with Kali bichrom., which is the
remedy for descemetitis, improperly classed by some authori
ties under serous iritis.)
In serous choroiditis Gelsem. is a remedy of the first import
ance. According to Dr. W. A. Phillips in a paper read be
fore the Am. Horn. Ophth. and Otol. Soc., in 1881, the symp
tomatic indications for its use in serous choroiditis are:—"1. A
dull pain in or about the eye, extending all of the time, or
periodically, or finally, to the back of the head, and amelior
ated by hot applications, but not by cold. 2. Impairment of
vision gradually developed and not characterized by sudden
changes, either for the better or the worse. 3. Heaviness of
the lids. 4. Inability to accommodate the eye quickly for
varying distances. 5. The asthenopic symptoms not marked
by great irritability of the eye, but resulting from an evident
want of tone or energy of the muscular structures—in other
words, a passive asthenopia rather than active. 6. In general,
a feeling of depression and lassitude, which are not relieved by
food or stimulants." In addition to the above it will usually be
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found that the haziness of the vitreous is very fine, the tension
tends to increase, the pupil to dilate and the eyeball to be-
come sore to touch, with aching pain over and in the eye.
The impairment of vision is not necessarily constant, as it
may vary greatly, being one day very dim and the next quite
bright. Many cases, illustrative of the marked benefit to be
obtained from this drug, could be given, but I will only briefly
report, on account of certain peculiar symptoms present, the
first case* in which it was employed. Mrs. T., set. 56, of dark
complexion and bilious temperament, had been suffering from
a serous inflammation of the choroid for nearly three months.
The vitreous was so hazy that the fundus could not be seen.
The vision was so nearly lost that she could hardly count
fingers. The eyes were somewhat red and irritable, the pupils
slightly dilated and T -f- (?). There was constant sore, aching
pain in the eyes and around, with sharp sticking pain on
moving the eyes. Bryonia, as well as several other remedies,
had been used with temporary relief at times. At last, in ad
dition to the above symptoms, small transparent points, eleva
tions of the epithelium, made their appearance on the right
cornea, looking like the swollen ends of nerve filaments; they
were excessively sensitive to touch or any movement of the
lids, and would come and go suddenly, often in the same day ;
after two days they became permanent and were very painful.
Gelsem.30 was given, when they gradually disappeared, the
vitreous cleared and the vision was completely restored within
two weeks.
Its usefulness in serous inflammation of the whole uveal
tract (irido-choroiditis) is sufficiently illustrated in the follow
ing two cases :—A woman, set. 32, had complained of the eyes
being weak for two months, but worse recently. Right vision
.ffo with difficulty. Left vision, counted fingers at 20 feet. Oph
thalmoscope showed serous inflammation of the iris and choroid,
deposits on the membrane of Descemet, aqueous and vitreous
hazy in both eye's, and left pupil dilated and sluggish. There
was a sensation of pressure over both eyes and headache in
the temples. She was a seamstress and would not take proper
* Reported in detail in Hahnemannian Monthly, Nov., 1875.
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rest. B. Gelsem.30. Two weeks later she reported that she

began to improve immediately on taking the above powders,
had taken no other medicine and had used the eyes all the
time for sewing. Right vision -|$ with difficulty. Left vision f$
with difficulty. Eyes appeared perfectly well, with the exception
of a few small points on the posterior surface of the cornea,
and slight dilatation of the left pupil, which eventually dis
appeared. — Chas. O'C, set. 22, irido - choroiditis serosa, o. s.
Duration, four weeks. Right vision ff. Left vision ^j-. With
concave 20, left vision %$. Examination of the left eye showed
deposits on the lower posterior portion of the cornea, pupil
dilated, vitreous hazy with floating opacities, moderate ciliary
injection and no pain. Headache. Under Gelsem.30 the vision
began to improve, and two months later left vision f-g-.
From its value in serous inflammations and from some tem
porary benefit derived from Gelsemium in glaucoma, it is re
commended for this disease, especially if dependent upon in
creased secretion.* Dr. F. Park Lewis reports that it has been
of use to him in " one case of glaucoma after iridectomy. Not
withstanding a large coloboma in both eyes, the sight began
to diminish and pain and tenderness to come back in head.
Gelsem.1 relieved the pain and somewhat benefited the sight."
This remedy has been of service in some cases of disseminate
choroiditis and chorio-retinitis—in one case there seemed to
be a bluish snake before the vision.—T. F. A. Dr. C. M.
Thomas writes me,—"in disseminate choroiditis and retino-
choroiditis with no outside symptom, the good effect of Gelsem.
is undoubted and it is used by me almost to the exclusion of
other remedies."
A case of retinitis albuminurica, in which the dimness of
vision came on suddenly during pregnancy and was worse
after delivery, was cured under Gelsemium. There were
white patches and extravasations of blood throughout the
retina, while the outer part of the optic nerve appeared whiter
than usual. There was no pain, only an itching of the eyes.
—T. F. A.
Another great sphere of usefulness for this drug is to be
* Glaucoma is probably usually due to obstruction in excretion.
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found in detachment of the retina. Dr. F. H. Boynton first re

ported, in the American Observer, a case cured under Gelsem.,
in which the detachment had been present three weeks and
was dependent upon an injury. It was. accompanied with
diffuse haziness of the vitreous and serous inflammation
of the choroid and retina. In one month, under Gelsem.30, the
vision improved from perception of light to f$, and the retina
became completely re-attached. Since then similar results
have been obtained from its use in detachment of the retina,
from myopia, severe attacks of neuralgia, etc. (compare Arnica
and Aurum). It is no doubt the most commonly indicated
remedy in this affection. (A most efficient aid in the treat
ment of these cases, which should never be neglected, if poss
ible, is rest in bed.)
In paresis or paralysis of any of the ocular muscles, decided
benefit has often been derived from the use of this remedy.
It has been of service in paralysis following diphtheria
(Buffum), and when associated with paralysis of the muscles
of the throat, although often when indicated there is a com
plete lack of all subjective or objective symptoms, with the
exception of the impairment of the muscle.
In asthenopia dependent upon weakness of the external
recti muscles, Gelsem. was highly recommended by Dr. W. H.
Woodyatt. As a remedy for clearing up troublesome asthe-
nopic symptoms, even local irritations, such as blepharitis and
conjunctival hypersemia, due to refractive errors, Dr. C. M.
Thomas has found it more serviceable than any other drug.
In paralysis of the nerves, compare Gelsem. with Caust.,
Conium and Rhus; and in serous choroiditis, compare with
Bryonia. The condition which indicates Gelsemium is usually
one of stolid indifference to external irritants, in which respect
it stands in marked contrast to Conium, whose paralytic symp
toms are characterized by great reflex irritability, photo
phobia, etc.

GRAPHITES.
Objective.—A stye on the lower lid, with drawing pain be
fore the discharge of pus. Red, painful inflammation of the
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lower lid and inner canthus. Very inflamed margins of the lids.
Inflammation of the external canthus. Dry munis in the lashes.
Agglutination of the eyes in the morning. Redness of the
whites of the eyes, lachrymation and photophobia. Lachry-
mation.
Subjective. —Sensation of dryness in the lids, and pressure.
Heaviness of the lids. Heat about the lids. Heat, burning
and biting in the eyes.
Vision.—Vanishing of sight during menstruation. Intol
erance of light, with redness of the eyes. Great sensitiveness of
the eyes to daylight.
Clinical.—There are few remedies in the materia medica so
commonly indicated in inflammatory conditions of the lids,
conjunctiva and cornea as Graphites, especially if occurring in
scrofulous subjects, with eczematous eruptions, which are
moist, fissured, bleed easily, and are situated chiefly on the
head and behind the ears.
It is particularly indicated in the chronic form of blepharitis,
or in eczema of the lids, though sometimes called for in acute
attacks, especially if complicated with such affections of the
cornea as ulcers and pustules. In chronic ciliary blepharitis,
in which Graphites is useful, the edges of the lids will usually be
found slightly swollen, and of a pale red color ; the inflammation
may be confined to the canthi (blepharitis angularis), especially to
the outer, which have a great tendency to crack, and bleed easily
upon any attempt to open the lids; the margins may be ulcer
ated ; dry scurfs are usually present on the cilise ; there may be
burning and dryness in the lids, and biting and itching, which
cause a constant desire to rub the eyes. (Compare with Anti-
rnon. crud., which is adapted to pustules on the margins of
the lid.)
In one case of slight roughness of the integument of the
lids, with intense itching, which had been present for a year
or more, quick and permanent relief was obtained from Gra
phites.
It is of service in preventing the recurrence of successive
crops of styes. It is also valuable in eczema of the lids, if the
eruption is moist and fissured, while the margins of the lids
are covered with scales or crusts.

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90 GRAPHITES.

In catarrhal ophthalmia Graphites has been employed with

benefit, and in scrofulous ophthalmia characterized by ulcers
and pustules it is second to no other drug in importance. It
has cured deep ulcers of the cornea, even with hypopyon, but it is
more particularly adapted to superficial ulcerations, especially
if resulting from pustules, often with considerable vascularity
of the cornea. The pustules which have been removed under
the influence of Graphites have been of various kinds and
accompanied by various symptoms; they may be either on
the cornea or conjunctiva, but especially on the former ; the
attacks may be acute or chronic, but it is particularly called
for in the chronic recurrent form.
The following case illustrates very markedly the action of
this remedy :—A boy had been troubled for a long time with
chronic pustular inflammation of the cornea ; no sooner would
he recover from one attack before another would appear ; there
was great photophobia so that he could not open his eyes to
see his way, profuse lachrymation, burning and aching in the
eyes, sneezing upon opening them, external canthi cracked and
easily bleeding, both cornese pannoused, thin acrid discharge
from the eyes, and nose sore and surrounded by thick moist scabs.
Under the influence of Graph. a rapid and permanent cure
was effected.
The photophobia is usually intense and the lachrymation
profuse though in some cases nearly or entirely absent ; it is
generally worse by daylight than gaslight and in the morn
ing, so that often the child cannot open the eyes before 9 or
10 a. m. The redness of the eye is generally marked and the
discharges of a muco-purulent character, constant, thin and
excoriating. The pains vary and are not important, being
sometimes sticking, burning, aching or itching in character.
The lids are red, sore and agglutinated in the morning or else
covered with dry scurfs, and the external canthi are cracked
and bleed easily upon opening the eye. A thin acrid discharge
from the nose often accompanies the ophthalmias of Gra
phites.
Graphites is somewhat similar to Hepar and Sulphur in
scrofulous inflammation of the eyes. Under Graphites, how-

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ever, the discharges from the eyes and nose are thinner and more
excoriating, and there is a greater tendency towards cracking
of the external canthi ; the latter symptom is also sometimes
observed under Hepar, but is not as marked, and the dis
charge is not as excoriating, though the lids are more swollen,
eyes redder and ulceration deeper. The Sulphur patient is
more restless and feverish at night, and complains of occasional
sharp sticking pains in the eye; though the face and body
may be covered with eruptions, they differ in character from
those of Graphites.

HAMAMELIS TIKOINICA.
Clinical.—A spontaneous eversion of the upper lid during
the course of a severe conjunctivitis, was relieved by the appli
cation of dilute " Ponds Extract. "—W. S. Searle.
This remedy has been employed with decided success in in
flammation of the conjunctiva or cornea, even in ulceration of
the latter, if caused by a burn or an injury.
The action of Hamamelis in injuries of the eyeball is very
similar to that of Arnica and Calendula, although it seems to
be of more service than either of the above in hastening the
absorption of intraocular hemorrhages. Illustrative of this point
is a case which came under my observation this day. A
colored boy was brought to my clinic two days ago, on ac
count of an injury of the left eye received two days previously.
The cornea was abraded, there was some blood in the anterior
chamber and the vitreous was so dark from hemorrhage into it,
that the fundus could not be illuminated. There was only per
ception of light. Hamamelis virg.3 was given internally and
the tincture, 10 drops to the ounce, used externally. To-day
(after two days) his vision is %% and only slight haziness of
the media remains.
Traumatic iritis with hemorrhage into the iris, and traumatic
iritis with great pain at night and hemorrhage into the inter
ior of the eye, have been speedily relieved by this drug.
92 HEPAR SULPHUR.

HEPAR SULPHUR.
Objective.—Redness, inflammation and swelling of the upper
lid, with pressive pain. The lids are closed in the morning on
waking, so that she cannot open them for a long time. In
flammation and swelling of the eye, with redness of the white.
Subjective. —Smarting pain in the external canthus, with
accumulation of hardened mucus. Pains in the eyes from
the daylight. The eyes are very painful in bright daylight if
he attempts to move them. Pressure in the eyes, especially on
moving them, with redness. Eyes sore, agglutinated at night;
secretion of hardened mucus. Pressive pain in the eyeballs,
and a feeling as if beaten when touched.
Vision.—Obscuration of vision while reading. The eyes
become dim and he cannot see well in the evening by candle
light. Feeling of blindness before the eyes on rising and stand
ing up after sitting bent over.
Clinical.—In dacryocystitis and orbital cellulitis Hepar is
a remedy of importance, especially if pus has formed and there
is great sensitiveness to touch, with throbbing pain. It may pre
vent the formation of pus or accelerate its discharge ; it also
seems useful in controlling the discharge after the canaliculus
has been opened.
Hepar may be called for in chronic ciliary blepharitis if
complicated with swelling of the meibomian glands, or ulcers
and swellings on the margin of the lid, which are painful in
the evening and upon touch, though its chief sphere of action
in palpebral diseases is in acute phlegmonous inflammation of
the lids, which tends toward suppuration. The inflamed lids
will be swollen, tense and shining, as if erysipelas had invaded
them, with throbbing, aching, stinging pain and sensitiveness
to touch ; the pains are aggravated by cold and relieved by
warmth.
Eczema of the lids, in which thick honey-comb scabs are
found both on and around the lids, with nocturnal agglutina
tion, etc., is especially amenable to Hepar.
Palpebral tumors have frequently disappeared under its
use.
 HEPAR SULPHUR. 93

It is sometimes useful in simple catarrhal conjunctivitis

after the inflammatory stage has passed, and also in some
cases of purulent conjunctivitis characterized by profuse dis
charge and excessive sensitiveness to air and touch. Pustules
on the conjunctiva may require its use, but not usually, unless
the cornea has become involved.
For the severer forms of strumous ophthalmia, in which
the pustules and ulcers invade the cornea and are marked by
great intensity of the symptoms, there is probably no remedy
more frequently indicated than Hepar. Its value in ulcers
and abscesses of the cornea, especially the deep sloughing form
of ulcer complicated with hypopyon, is undoubted. It has
proved curative in some torpid ulcers, in which general symp
toms have pointed to its use, but there is usually intense pho
tophobia, profuse lachrymation, great redness of the cornea and
conjunctiva, even chemosis, and much pain of a throbbing, ach
ing, shooting character, which is relieved by warmth, so that
one constantly wishes to keep the eye covered, and is worse on
any draught of air (Sil.), at night or in the evening; the lids
are often swollen, spasmodically closed and very sensitive to
touch, or may be red, swollen and bleed easily upon opening.
It has been successfully employed in acute aggravations of
pannus which tends toward ulceration, especially if occurring
in mercurialized subjects.
In keratitis parenchymatosa it often serves to promote re
sorption after the disease has been checked by Merc., Aurum,
Calc., or other remedies. It may, however, be of service in
arresting the progress of the disease, as is well illustrated in
the following case:—Mary A—, 33 years of age. For three
months the left cornea had been so hazy that the iris could
only be seen with difficulty, and for two months the right
cornea -had gradually become involved from the periphery
toward the centre. Both cornese were wholly opaque and
vision lost. There was considerable pain in the eyes and
head, with iritis. The ciliary injection was great and the
dread of light excessive; lachrymation marked. There was
no history of syphilis, but she suffered severely from rheu
matic pains, particularly in the shoulder. Various remedies,
94 HEPAR SULPHUR.

high and low, had been given for two months with no avail.
Under Hepar30 rapid improvement took place; in a month
she was discharged with fair vision and only moderate hazi
ness of the cornese.
" Hepar is the main remedy for keratitis punctata."—Payr.
It sometimes seems to be useful in clearing up opacities of
the cornea.
Kerato-iritis frequently requires the use of this remedy, es
pecially if characterized by ulceration of the cornea, hypop
yon, sensitiveness to air and touch, and such other marked
symptoms, as illustrated in the following case:—A man was
attacked with severe inflammation of the cornea and iris of
the left eye. Examination showed superficial ulceration of
the cornea, much ciliary injection, contraction of the pupil,
sluggishness of the iris, and great photophobia and lachryma-
tion. There was much pain extending from the eye into the
corresponding side of the head, worse at night, especially about
two or three a.m., and the seat of pain in the head, as well as
in the eye, was quite sore to touch. The lids were considerably
swollen and the discharge from the eye was slight. A cure
was quickly effected under Hepar.
For hastening the absorption of pus in the anterior chamber
(hypopyon) there is no better remedy than Hepar. On this
account it has been employed with benefit in iritis with
hypopyon, or associated with small abscesses in the iris (sup
purative iritis). It has also appeared to exert a very bene
ficial influence in purulent capsulitis after cataract extrac
tion, either used alone or in alternation with Rhus.
Inflammation of the ciliary body, in which the sensitive
ness to touch is excessive, sometimes yields to this drug.
From its usefulness in suppurative inflammation in gen
eral, it has been administered with benefit in suppurative
choroiditis or panophthalmitis.
An interesting case of ansesthesia of the retina, of two
months' duration, the result of looking at an eclipse, has been
reported to me by Dr. Chas. Deady. The patient complained
of seeing a light spot in the centre of the field of vision, sur
rounded by a dark ring, and again by a lighter ring, all of
 HYDROCOTYLE—HYOSCYAMUS—HYPERICUM. 95

which were constantly turning and changing into various

colors, especially green; aggravated on coming into a room
from the bright sunlight, and only relieved during sleep.
There was also a feeling as if the eyes were pulled back into
the head, with photophobia. V. TW Field of vision very
much contracted. Under Hepar200 the sensation of the eyes
being pulled back into the head was at once relieved, and in
twelve days the vision became |-f, and the field of vision
much enlarged.
Ulceration of external parts of the eye, which bleed easily
and are very sensitive to touch, most positively indicate Hepar.
These cases usually have excessive photophobia, which is
also very marked in Merc. protiod.; while Kali bichrom.,
though indicated in extensive destruction of tissue, and great
sensitiveness of the eye to touch, lacks entirely the photo
phobia so marked under Hepar.

HYDROCOTYLE.
Clinical.—This remedy has seemed to be of benefit in some
cases of tumors of the lid, especially in epithelioma.

HYOSCYAMUS.
. Eyes look red, wild, sparkling. Squinting. Pupils dilated.
Obscuration of vision; objects seem indistinct; he is near
sighted and is obliged to hold the book nearer than usual
when reading. Dimness of vision, as if a veil were before the
eyes. Deceptive vision; the flame of one light seemed smaller,
that of another larger, though both were of equal size. Illu
sions of vision; small objects seem very large.
Clinical.—A case of hemeralopia in a myopic eye, with
shooting pains from the eyes into the nose and head, and ac
companied by headache ameliorated on closing the eyes, was
relieved by Hyos.—T. F. A.

HYPERICUM.
Clinical.—The benefit which has been observed from this
remedy in relieving the pain in old cicatrices, led Dr. John L.
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Moffat to its use in a case of pain and irritation of the eye,

from an anterior synechia which resulted from an injury two
or three years previous. The healthy eye was also irritable.
Hypericum3 relieved.

IGNATIA.
Pain extending from the head into the left eye, when the
eyes began to burn and water. Pressure within the eye as
from sand. Sensation as if a particle were in the left external
canthus. Pain in the inner surface of the upper lid, as if it
were too dry, in the evening.
Unable to endure the glare of light. Zigzag and serpentine,
white flickering at one side of the field of vision.
Clinical.—The following case of exophthalmus is from Dr.
A. Wanstall:—Colored girl, set. 17. Has always been very
' nervous and restless at night, walking and talking in her sleep.
There has been "swelling of the eyes," lachrymation and pain
in the eyes, with headache for six months, after having had a
tooth drawn. A moderate amount of exophthalmus was pres
ent, together with palpitation of the heart ; pulse 120, and con
gestive headaches but no enlargement of the thyroid gland.
Menses regular. Under Ignatia3, in one week the exophthal
mus was scarcely perceptible, and all the other symptoms were
relieved.
Morbid nictitation, with spasmodic action of various mus
cles of the face, has been relieved by this drug.
Catarrhal conjunctivitis with a sensation as of sand in the eye
and great dryness, may require this remedy, as in the follow
ing :—A lady, artist, of dark complexion and so excessively ner
vous that she started at the slightest noise, had been working
late at night. She complained of one eyelid feeling as if sand
were under it, with great dryness. Diagnosis, conjunctivitis
palp. ac. Ignatia, 3d dec., one dose, removed the feeling in
half an hour.—F. Park Lewis.
Dr. J. H. Buffum reports the following:—Two "chipping
ulcers " at upper margin of right cornea, accompanied by peri
orbital pains, sharp sticking, generally in one spot in supra-
ciliary ridge, temple or side of head. The sleep was disturbed
and digestion poor. Ignatia" cured in four days.
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In the Trans. Am. Hom. Oph. and Otol Soc., 1879, Dr. W. P.
Fowler reports a case of " hypersesthesia of the retina with hys
teria," characterized by intense photophobia and ciliary neu
ralgia with general nervous symptoms, which was cured in ten
days under Ignatia3 and proper hygienic measures.
A case of ciliary neuralgia, in a woman, was cured very
promptly by this remedy ; the pains were very severe, extend
ing from the eye to the top of the head, producing nausea, and
often alternated with swelling in the throat (globus hystericus);
the pains would begin very slightly, increase gradually until
they became very severe and would only cease when she be
came exhausted.
From a study of the clinical application of Ignatia it will be
seen that its usefulness is confined almost exclusively to those
ophthalmic affections which may be found in nervous hyster
ical patients.

IPECACUANHA.
Inflammation of the eyes. On opening the right lids, which
were swollen, there was a copious gush of tears. The conjunc
tiva of the bulb was injected and infiltrated. The cornea was
dim as if infiltrated; on close examination there was noticed a num
ber of small depressions. Intense tearing or tensive pains in the
eyes. Great photophobia.
Clinical.—My attention was first directed to Ipecac., as a
remedy for pustular inflammation of the cornea and conjunc
tiva, by Dr. A. Wanstall, who was led to its use from an article
of Jdusset's recommending it as a remedy for pustular con
junctivitis. W. says, " In my hands it has been as near a spe
cific as can be, and certainly I have never handled any one
drug that will cure as many cases." It is no doubt a very
valuable remedy for phlyctenular ophthalmia, as I have had oc
casion to verify in many cases. It is adapted to both phlycten
ules and ulcers of the cornea or conjunctiva, especially if
there is much photophobia. The cornea may be vascular. The
redness of the conjunctiva, lachrymation and pain are varia
ble, though are usually well marked. Nausea occasionally
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accompanies the above symptoms. (Compare Conium, Hepar

and Merc. protoiod.)

JABORANDI.
Contraction of the pupil. Tension of the accommodative appara
tus of the eye, with approximation of the nearest and farthest
points of distinct vision. Everything at a distance appeared
hazy, and although he could read moderate-sized type at one foot, at
two feet it was indistinct. The state of vision is constantly
changing, becoming suddenly more or less dim, every few mo
ments.
Clinical.—In 1878, after a study of the physiological action
of Jaborandi upon the eye, I determined to test its value, ac
cording to the law of similia, in spasm of the accommodation.
The results in many cases exceeded my most sanguine antici
pations. •
Selected from a large number of cases are the following,
which will illustrate its sphere of action :—
Case I.—Hyperopia et spasmus mvsc. cil. James L., set. thirty-
two, complained of everything becoming black before the eyes
on stooping, aching of the eyes on reading and spots before the
vision. V. f$. With concave 42, V. J#. Ophthalmoscope
showed slight hyperopia. B. Jaborandi3. Three days later
all the symptoms were relieved ; V. •§-§-.
Case II.—Hyperopia et spasmus muse. cil. Edw. D., aged 17.
For four or five weeks the eyes have pained constantly, even
upon using for distance. Has been using convex 24 on ac
count of hyperopia. R. V. ff L. V. ff Concave 60, L. V. f#.
Jaborandi3 relieved in three days so that he could even read
without trouble and Hm. was -^. Convex 18 was afterwards
given for latent hyperopia.
Case III.—Spasmus muse. cil. Maggie M., sot. 22. V. f$ but
variable, changing suddenly to less degree. In one week un
der Jaborandi3 the vision became f#.
Case IV.—Spasmus mus. cil. Mr. M., set. 32. V. $#. Concave
42, V. f#. For nine months had had spots before the vision
and aching of the eyes upon using. In three days under
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Jabor.3 vision had become f-g-, and the muscse volitantes had
disappeared.
Case V.—Myopia cum spasmus muse. cil. Mr. R., set. 28.
For seven years had been writing in a poor light all day. He
thought his nearsightedness had appeared within one or two
years. He complained of the myopia increasing and the eyes
tiring on usihg tnem one and one-half hours. Fundus normal.
V. %% o. u. Concave 40, V. f$. Three weeks after using Jabor-
andi3, he reported that he had used his eyes more than usual
and had experienced no trouble. V. f$.. Concave 50, V. f-g-.
Case VI.—Myopia cum astigmatismus myop. ex spasmus muse.
cil. Mrs. . RV./cV. L.V.ff With—30s 3 — 40", axis
vertical, R. V. f# difficulty. With—30" C — 40°, axis horizontal,
L. V. f$ difficulty. After giving Jaborandi3 for three days, the
test showed that both the spherical and cylindrical glasses, re
quired to make the vision perfect, were .of not more than one-
half the above strength. Entire relief of the symptoms was
afterwards obtained under the same remedy.—Chas. Deady.
Case VII.—Hyperopia cum asthenopia. Miss S., set. 40. For
many months had not been able to read more than five min
utes without the eyes tiring. Nausea was always produced on
looking at objects moving. Jaborandi3 relieved the nausea in
twenty-four hours, and in a week she could read three-quar
ters of an hour without inconvenience.
Case VIII.— Cataracta dura immat. et asthenopia. Mrs. D.,
set. 52. For four years the eyes had been weak, worse for four
months ; she could not use them even a few minutes without
smarting and pain in them, with nausea. The pain and nau
sea were also experienced when looking steadily at a distance.
There was much vertigo, as if the head were too light, espe
cially on moving or looking at objects. Dull pain in the
eyes was constantly present, with occasional sharp pain. Jab
orandi3 relieved in three days all the nausea, vertigo and
pain in the eyes.
The following symptoms observed in various anomalies of
refraction have also been speedily relieved by this drug:—Blur
before the eyes at times, especially on looking in the distance.
Eyes tire easily and are irritable, especially on moving them.

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Heat and burning in the eyes upon using. Headache upon

using the eyes. Smarting and pain in the globes on use. Dim
vision, twitching of the lids and pain in the eyeballs.
From the above it will be seen that Jaborandi is of the
greatest importance in spasm or irritability of the ciliary muscle.
In explanation of its usefulness in so-called asthenopia, I am
inclined to believe that a large number of these cases are nbt
dependent upon true weakness of the accommodation, but upon
an irritable weakness, and that Jaborandi relieves by virtue of
its power to control irritation. This is also further demon
strated in its ability to relieve reflex symptoms, as in cases
VII and VIII, in which nausea and vertigo due to reflex irrita
tion from the eyes, were at once cured by this drug. Thus far
these two reflex symptoms have been valuable and character
istic indications.
The following case by Dr. J. H. Buffum, indicates that it
may be of service in affections of the retina :—" Torpor retinse.
John W., set. 14. One year ago after constant and close ap
plication in doing fine work on cardboard, he observed that reti
nal images were retained for several minutes. No other symp
toms of discomfort or pain. Vision soon began to diminish,
until for three months past he was unable to use the eyes
at all for work. To-day, April 13th, R. V. ff L. V., fin
gers at eighteen feet. Convex 42, R. V. f#. Insufficiency of
each internal rectus. Has sharp pains in the eye shooting
back into the head, with general dull ache of the head. Light
is painful. Ophthalmoscope gives negative results. B. Jab
orandi3, three hours. One week later he reports that pain has
lessened very rapidly and the headache is very slight. V. f$ o.
u. B. same, four a day and Dyers exercise. After twenty-two
days treatment with Jaborandi, he returned home able to use
the eyes for two hours at a time, without glasses and without
discomfort. He has continued well for nearly a year."
From examination into the general sphere of action of Ja
borandi it should be suggested to our minds as a remedy for
serous choroiditis, and in one case it has improved the vision
somewhat.
Its action upon the ciliary muscle seems to extend to a
 KALI BICHROMICUM. 101

limited degree to the internal recti. It is, therefore, recom

mended for periodic convergent squint, for strabismus of
recent date not dependent upon weakness of the opposing
muscle in which for one reason or the other it is necessary to
postpone the operation, and for the tendency to recurrence of
squint after an operation. Illustrative of the latter is the fol
lowing:—Strabismus convergent ex hyperopia. Louis L., 9 years
of age. Squint for seven years, especially in the left eye.
R. V. ft L. V. ff Convex 36, R. V. ffl. Nov. 22.—Made
tenotomy of both internal recti. Nov. 23.—There was crossed
diplopia at the distance of one foot, but the eyes were apparently
straight. Dec. 3. — Slight but marked convergence again.
Prescribed convex 40 for constant use. Dec. 27.—No improve
ment. B. Jaborandi3. Jan. 11. — Eyes perfectly straight.
March 20.—No convergence and had not used glasses.
Jaborandi is very similar to Physostigma and Agaricus in
its action upon the accommodation, though it has been of
more service to me in spasmodic affections of the ciliary
muscle, than either of the two latter remedies. It is opposed
to Duboisin in its action; the latter being indicated in true
weakness of the accommodation, while Jaborandi is called for
in irritable weakness.

KALI BICHROMICUM.
Objective.—Margins of the lids very red. Eyelids slightly
granular. Inflammation of the eyes, with yellow discharge
and agglutination in the morning. Inflammation of the
eyes. Redness of conjunctiva, with lachrymation. Conjunc
tiva both of bulb and lids injected. Appearance of small
white pustules in the conjunctiva. Pustule on left cornea,
with surrounding indolent inflammation. Lachrymation.
Lachrymation, with burning pain in the eyes.
Subjective. —Itching and burning in both eyes, lachryma
tion and photophobia. Heat and pressure in the eyes. Burn
ing in the eyes. Violent shooting pains from the root of the
nose along the left orbital arch to the external angle of the
eye exactly, with dimness of sight like a scale on the eye.
102 KALI BICHROMICUM.
•
Clinical.—The local application of a saturated aqueous solu
tion of bichromate of potash to large acute granulations of
the lids, has often caused their disappearance. It is, however,
also serviceable as an internal remedy in trachoma and pan-
nus, as shown in the following case :—" A man, set. 27, had gran
ular lids, complete pannus of right eye, so he could barely count
fingers, and partial pannus of the left eye; there was consider
able discharge and everything appeared slightly red to him ;
eyes seemed to feel better when lying on his face. Under
Kali bichr. the pannus entirely cleared, leaving a slight opa
city behind, but could read No. 3 Snellen's test type easily
with the right eye."—T. F. A.
Kali bichr. is of great value, and especially indicated in mild
cases of croupous conjunctivitis (a condition midway between
purulent and genuine croupous inflammation), in which the
false membrane is loosely adherent, easily detached, and has a
tendency to roll up and separate in shreds which come away
in the discharges, giving them a stringy appearance. The
discharges are profuse and the conjunctiva very much in
flamed ; even chemosis. The lids are swollen and the cornea,
may be hazy.
Its usefulness in polypi of the conjunctiva is shown in the
following case:—"A lady, set. 52, had a large polypus spring
ing from the conjunctiva of the upper lid. She was advised
to have it removed by operation, but objected. A saturated
aqueous solution of Kali bichr. was applied to the growth
every other day for two weeks, and during that time the third
potency of the same remedy was given internally. Under this
treatment the polypus disappeared."—W. P. Fowler.
It is of especial importance, however, in chronic indolent
forms of inflammation of the eye, particularly of ulcers and
pustules on the conjunctiva or cornea, in which no active in
flammatory process is present and therefore characterized by
no photophobia and no redness or very little, not as much as
might be expected from the nature of the disease; the pains
and lachrymation are also usually absent. Corneal ulcers
which have a tendency to bore in without spreading laterally,
indicate Kali bichr. The eye may be quite sensitive to touch
and any secretions are of a stringy character.
 KALI CARBONICUM—KALI IODATUM. 103

Opacities of the cornea have been cleared under this remedy ;

sometimes used internally alone, and again both externally
and internally.
For true descemetitis, characterized by fine punctate opacities
in the membrane of Dascemst, e3pe3ially over the pupil, with
only moderate irritation of the eye, there is no remedy so
frequently called for as Kali bichr. If a serous inflammation
of the iris accompanies the changes in the membrane of
Descemet, Gelsemium should be suggested to our minds.

KALI CARBONICUM.
Objective.—Inflammation of the lids of the right eye, with
pain in the eyes and inability to read by the light. Swelling
between the eyebrows and lids, like a sac. Redness of the white of
the eye, with many vessels in it. Lachrymation.
Subjective.—Pressure above the eyes. Sharp tearing in
the right orbit and in the eye at night. Soreness of tbe
external canthus with burning pain. Burning. biting and
pressure in the eyes. The eyes are painful on reading. Stitches
in the middle of the eye. Smarting pain in the eye. Weak
ness of vision. Photophobia.
Clinical.—(Edema of the lids, especially if accompanied by
sticking pains and heart indications, often subsides under the
use of Kali carb.
It may be occasionally of service in small round ulcers of
the cornea with no photophobia.
Pannus always worse after a seminal emission was improved
by this drug.—T. F. A.
The verified symptoms indicate its usefulness in asthenopic
troubles.

KALI IODATUM.
Swelling of eyelids. Injection of the conjunctiva. The
conjunctiva of one or both eyes is often seen to be affected;
the attack commences by a more or less general and more or
less rapid vascular injection, to which is speedily added a
104 KALI IODATUM.

tumefaction of the mucous membrane, and an infiltration,

generally well marked, of the submucous cellular tissue, which
give rise to considerable chemosis of the eye and cedema of
the eyelids.
Vision dim and foggy; she sees objects only indistinctly.
Clinical.—The iodide of potassium is of the greatest im
portance in the treatment of many syphilitic affections of the eye.
It seems to antidote the syphilitic poison, and there should be
no hesitation in employing it in material doses.
Periostitis of the orbit will often require this remedy, espe
cially if of syphilitic origin, though cases in which there has
been no trace of syphilis, have been benefited. There will be
more or less swelling extending even to the temple, with oedema
of the lids. The pain may be intense or absent entirely.
Tumors of the orbit have disappeared under the use of
material doses of Kali iod., as in the following:—"A colored
woman, with a history of syphilis, had several tumors on the
entire upper border of the left orbit, firmly adherent to bone
and appearing to extend into the orbit. The growths were
very hard and encroached considerably upon the upper lid,
especially at the inner corner; were painless and presented no
signs of inflammation or softening. Entirely disappeared un
der the iodide of potassium in material doses."—A. Wanstai.l.
It is sometimes useful in stricture of the lachrymal duct.
Its action in pustules of the conjunctiva and cornea, is very
similar to bichromate of potash, and it has been used with
benefit in similar cases.
In syphilitic iritis, Kali iodatum is of great value. It is
especially indicated if the inflammation is very severe and
unyielding to the influences of atropine. The inflammatory
process in the iris is so high, that the pupil tends to contract,
notwithstanding the frequent instillation of the strongest so
lutions of atropine. The iris is much swollen and the aqueous
more or less cloudy. The ciliary injection is very marked and of a
bright angry appearance. The pain may be severe, but is worse
at night. The photophobia and lachr.ymation are variable.
Kali iodatum is a very prominent remedy in the treatment
of acute or chronic irido-choroiditis, and disseminate choroi
 KALI IODATUM. 105

ditis, especially if of syphilitic origin. In one typical case of

syphilitic choroiditis, recently under treatment, in which the
chief symptom was an excessive and variable amount of haziness
of the vitreous, the vision improved from R. V., counts fingers
(held to outer side of the field) at two feet and L. V. -£$$, to
normal, under the use of fifteen grains of the iodide of pot
ash a day. Its special indications are not known, though its
effects are often marvelous, even when the disease is non-syph-
iiitic in origin, as the following case of disseminate choroiditis
will illustrate:—A young lady had for a long time complained
of loss of vision and severe headaches. There was no history
of syphilis. The fundus of the right eye showed extensive
white patches (atrophy of the choroid) and deposits of pigment
over its whole extent, optic nerve hyperEemic, and slight hazi
ness of the vitreous. Commencing atrophic spots in the choroid
of the left eye and hypersemia of the nerve could be detected by
the ophthalmoscope. R. V. ^0°T. L.V. f$. She was directed not
to use the eyes more than was necessary, and Bell. was given
for three or four weeks with'no marked improvement, with the
exception that the headaches were not quite as frequent. Kali
iod. was now prescribed and the eyes rapidly began to grow
stronger, the hypersemia of the fundus disappeared and the
headaches ceased entirely. Six months after using Kali iod.,
R- V. f$. L. V. f$, though the atrophic spots in the choroid,
of course, underwent no change.
In paralysis of any of the muscles dependent upon syphilitic
periostitis, the iodide of potassium is the remedy most fre
quently called for. The following case of paralysis of the left
nervus abducens will show its action:—A man, 40 years of age,
ten days previous to his appearance for treatment, awoke in the
morning with dizziness, and afterwards had three similar at
tacks. Had had a severe cold. For two days had noticed a
blurring of vision and diplopia which had been steadily in
creasing and was only noticed on looking to the left. Examin
ation showed only slight action of the left external rectus. B.
Caust.30. Two days later the paralysis of the muscle had be
come complete. It was found that he had had syphilis. B.
Kali iod., eight grains a day. In two days decided improve
106 KALI MURIATICUM.

ment was observed, and in two weeks the muscle had regained
its normal power.

KALI MURIATICUM.
Clinical.—The recommendation by Schiissler, of Kali mur.
for the stage of exudation in inflammations, suggested its em
ployment in parenchymatous keratitis, especially since we
know that the Kalies are adapted to indolent forms of inflam
mation, which this form of keratitis usually assumes. The
following case will give its sphere of action in parenchymatous
keratitis:—Mr. L., aet. 35. For three months there had been an
infiltration into the right cornea, which commenced at the
outer side and extended over the whole cornea. He could
only count fingers. There was occasional pain, moderate pho
tophobia and redness. The pupil dilated slowly and incom
pletely, though regularly, under atropine, and contracted
quickly. Aurum mur., Cinnabar and other remedies, with
atropine externally, had been used with no benefit, except
some relief of pain. Under Kali mur., 6th dec., the inflamma
tion was soon arrested and the cornea gradually cleared. In
three months R. V. §.#. The improvement has continued.
The benefit which has been derived from the muriate of
potassium in a case of chorio-retinitis indicates that it may be
a valuable remedy in intra-ocular troubles., "Chorio-retinitis:
—Mr. D., aet. 36. Noticed two years ago such dimness of the
right eye that he could not read a newspaper. Had observed
no previous trouble. After a month's treatment he could read
again, but suffering a relapse, the same treatment for a year
proved ineffectual and the case was deemed hopeless. No
history of syphilis. Examination showed cornea, iris and
pupil normal. No external redness. By ophthalmoscope;
vitreous rather hazy, with some black shreds suspended in it,
having very limited motion on rotating the eye. This would
indicate that the vitreous was not fluid. Optic nerve and
bloodvessels normal. Inside the disk, a large, irregular,
atrophic spot, involving the choroid and retina, surrounded
by several small ones ; edges irregular and pigmented ; the
 KALMIA LATIFOLIA—KREOSOTUM. 107

sclerotic seen white through their centres; adjacent choroid

congested and thickened ; some vessels lost in the infiltrated '
part to appear on the other side ; a dull pain,' occasionally, in
the eye and over the brow, with an ill-defined feeling of con
traction around the eye. V. -fo%. Snellen 11, slowly deci
phered. Prescribed Kali mur., 6th dec., four times daily. At
the end of a month vision rose to f$ and Snellen 3 was read at
five inches. A year afterwards the man could read Snellen
2J, distant vision -fg-, but under Kali mur. for a week it was
again f$. The patient's business engagements prevented longer
treatment."—W. H. Woodyatt.

KALMIA LATIFOLIA.
Sensation of stiffness in the muscles around the eyes and of
the eyelids. Pain in the eyes, which makes it painful to turn
them. Glimmering before the eyes.
Clinical.—From its action upon the muscles we are led to
give it in asthenopia and with good results, especially if there
is present a stiff drawing sensation in the muscles upon moving
the eyes.
Sclero-choroiditis ant, in which the sclera was inflamed,
vitreous perfectly filled with exudation, and glimmering of
light before the eye, especially on reading with the other, was
cured by this drug.—T. F. A.
Kalmia was prescribed in a case of retinitis albuminurica,
occurring during pregnancy, on account of the characteristic
pains in the back ; it was continued for a long time, during
which the white patches gradually became absorbed and re
covery took place.—T. F. A.

KREOSOTUM.
Burning and redness of the conjunctiva. Smarting in the
eyes. The tears are acrid like salt water.
Clinical.—Kreasote has been of service in acute aggra
vations of chronic keratitis, in which there was excessive, hot,
smarting lachrymation ; also in blenorrhcea of the conjunctiva,
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with moderately profuse discharge, and much smarting in the

eyes.—T. F. A.

LACHESIS.
Subjective.—The eyes feel stiff. Aching of the eyes, espe
cially of the left. A sticking, drawing pain in the right eye
extending up to the vertex. Pressure in the eyes. Stitches as
from knives in the eyes, coming from the head. Pains near
the eyes.
Vision.—Dimness of vision; much black flickering before the
eyes, that seems very near ; it frequently makes reading diffi
cult. A fog before the eyes ; in the evening a bluish-gray
ring, about six inches in diameter, around the light. Eyes
sensitive to light. Flickering before the eyes. Flickering
and jerking in the right eye, with violent congestion to the
head. Flickering before the eyes, as from threads, or rays of
the sun. Flickering in peculiar angular zigzag- figures, with
congestion to the head and headache. A beautiful bright
blue ring about the light, that was beautifully filled with fiery
rays.
Clinical.—A case of orbital cellulitis, following an opera
tion for strabismus was effectually and rapidly cured under
this remedy. The symptoms were a marked protrusion of the
eye, and chemosis, with a purulent discharge, and sloughing
at the point of tenotomy, with a black spot in the centre of
the slough ; the retina was hazy and congested.—T. F. A.
Lachesis is sometimes useful in phlyctenular keratitis, espe
cially the chronic recurrent form, in which the surface of the
cornea may be ulcerated, with moderate redness of the eye.
The chief characteristic, however, has been the marked photo
phobia, which is always worse in the morning, and after sleeping.
The various pains in the eyes and head are also subject to the
same aggravation.
As already referred to in the article upon Crotalus, intra
ocular hemorrhages will often call for Lachesis. Many cases
might be given to illustrate its usefulness in this respect, but
little would be gained by so doing, for the eye indications, with

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 LACTIC ACIb—LEDUM PALUSTRE. 109

the exception of the hemorrhages, have usually been unim

portant or absent altogether. It may be said, however, that
hemorrhages into the anterior chamber, into the vitreous, into
the retina, and into the choroid, whether of spontaneous ori
gin or dependent upon various diseased conditions, have all
been seen to speedily disappear under the use of this remedy.
The general indications are of more value in the selection of
this drug, than those relating only to the eye. The brilliant
results often observed from its employment in retinitis apo-
plectica, do not seem to be confined to the absorption of the
hemorrhages, as it also appears to control the inflammatory
symptoms and diminish the tendency to retinal extrava
sations.
Its value in relieving asthenopic symptoms is suggested by
the following case:—Mr. M., set. 24, had complained of his
eyes a year or more. Had been using convex 48, which neu
tralized his hyperopia, and were correct. He was very nerv
ous, and had a variety of pains and sensations in and around
the eyes, especially the left, all of which were worse upon
thinking of his eyes, upon using them, and upon waking in
the morning. These pains were experienced even when using
his glasses. There was no weakness of the internal recti.
After the failure of several remedies Lachesis30 was given, with
permanent relief in four weeks.

LACTIC ACID.
Clinical.—Hypersesthesia of the retina, with steady aching
pain in and behind the eyeball, was quickly relieved by a few
doses of Lactic acid.—T. F. A. . *

LEDUM PALUSTRE.
A pressure (or dull pain) behind the eyeball, as if it would
be forced out.
Clinical.—Ledum has proved chiefly beneficial in contu
sions or wounds of the eye and lids, especially if accompanied
by extravasations of blood.
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In a case of complete ptosis (right eye) from an injury by a

piece of wood striking the eye, in which there was ecchymosis
of the lids and conjunctiva, a -complete restoration of power to
the upper lid took place in five days under Ledum externally
and internally, after Arnica had been used for two days with
no benefit.
Ecchymoses of the conjunctiva, either of traumatic or spontane
ous origin, are often quickly absorbed by the use of this
remedy, and in many cases more promptly than when our
usual remedies, Arnica or Hamamelis, are employed. (It
should be used in the same manner as Arnica.)
A case of hemorrhage into the anterior chamber, after an iri
dectomy, which had resisted both Hamamelis and Arnica for
two weeks, was absorbed in four days under this drug, used
externally and internally.
It is the remedy in asthenopia, if there is dull pain behind
the eyeball, as if it would be forced out.

LILIUM TIGRINUM.
Lachrymation. Burning feeling in the eyes after reading
or writing ; eyes feel very weak. Blurred sight with heat in
the eyelids and eyes.
Clinical.—Favorable results have been obtained from Lil-
ium in the relief of so-called asthenopic symptoms, which
were in all probability dependent upon spasm of the accom
modation. The cases were as follows :—" Mr. B., set. 45, teacher.
Has been wearing convex 36 for his old sight, selected at an
optician's ; latterly has been using the microscope a good deal,
and has been annoyed some by fatigue of the eyes. Test:
V. fft, Am. concave 24°, axis horizontal, V. f£, A. 9" to 24§".
Prescribed Lilium tigr.30 four times a day. In seven days
V. f# clearly. A week later, A. 7" to 29". One week later,
A. 5J" to 31". Examined a month later after the medicine
had been stopped and found the condition unchanged. Had
abandoned his glasses entirely."—W. H. Woodyatt.
"Miss P., set. 17. Has a dry, scaly blepharitis, appearing
and disappearing from time to time, according to the use she

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 LITHIUM CARBONICUM—LYCOPODIUM. Ill

gives her eyes, and complains of general asthenopie symptoms.

Letter test shows the following: L. E. V. = •§#?— 60° axis
180°, V. = f&. R. E. V. = |$??— 48° axis 180°, V. = ffl.
No. 1 Snellen read at 3" and 17". Lilium tigr.30 was given
four times daily. In five days the lids looked better and the
letter test was unchanged ; but in five days more the lids
seemed well and vision was emmetropic with each eye."—W.
H. Woodyatt. (Trans. Am. Hom. 0. and 0. Soc.)
Mrs. K., set. 45. Pr. ^. Kopiopia hysterica. Burning and
smarting of lids, except in bright light. Insufficiency of each
internal rectus 2°. Eyes always feel better when in open air.
Lachrymation on looking down ; no trouble with lachrymal
conduits. Has crawling sensation in vertex, with stabbing
pains in occiput. Cured by Lilium tigr.', after various other
remedies had failed."—J. H. Buffum.

LITHIUM CARBONICUM.
Eyes pained during and after reading, as if dry. Uncer
tainty of vision and an entire vanishing of the right half of what
ever she looked at; or if two short words occurred in succes
sion, that on the right hand was invisible.
Clinical.—A brilliant cure of hemiopia with Lithium30 is
reported by Dr. Dunham, in which only the left half of an ob
ject was visible with the right eye and nothing at all with the
left. In two or three other cases of hemiopia, in which only
the left half of objects was visible, no benefit was derived from
this remedy.
It may be of service in some cases of asthenopia.

LYCOPODIUM.
Objective.—Swelling and painfulness of the lids, with
nightly agglutination of the canthi. Styes on the lids, to
wards the inner canthus. Ulceration and redness of tfie eye
lids; the water which flows from the eye smarts and bites the
cheek. Inflammation of the eyes, with itching in both canthi,
redness and swelling of the lids of the right eye ; distressing
pain, as if they were dry, with nightly agglutination.
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Subjective.—Eyelids dry, with smarting pain ; they cannot

be opened even on rubbing, in the morning. Smarting and
burning of the lids. Dryness of the eyes, in the evening and
at night. Dryness beneath the lids, as from dust, in the morn
ing on waking. Eyes dry and dim. Eyes dry, difficult to
open, with smarting pain, in the morning. Severe burning
and itching in the eyes. Pressive pain in the eyes, as if dust
were in them. Stitches in the eyes. Itching in the canthi.
Vision.—Vision weak, is unable to distinguish small ob
jects as well as formerly. The evening light blinds him very
much; he cannot see anything upon the table. A veil and flicker
ing before the eyes, after the afternoon naps. Hemiopia; he
sees only the left half of an object; same with one eye as with
both, but worse with the right. Sensitiveness of the eye to
daylight. Floating black spots before the eyes at a short dis
tance.
Clinical.—External diseases of the eye are not commonly
amenable to this drug, as its chief remedial power has been
exhibited in the disorders of nutrition and function of the deep
seated structures.
Ciliary blepharitis and hordeola occasionally call for the use
of Lycopodium.
The progress of cataract has been arrested by this remedy,
when prescribed for chronic dyspeptic symptoms.—T. F. A.
Opacities of the vitreous have occasionally been known to
disappear during the administration of Lyco.
Hemiopia, in which the right half of the field of vision was
obscured, has been improved.
In Hemeralopia its great value as an eye remedy becomes
apparent, for no other drug in our Materia Medica has cured
such a large number of cases as Lyco. There seems to be no
marked indication for its use, with the exception of the night
blindness coming on in the early eve, though in some instan
ces it was found that the patient could see better at a distance
than* near at hand, yet in other cases this indication was
wanting, so it cannot be considered important. If black spots,
floating before the eyes, accompany the night blindness this
drug is particularly called for.
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LYCOPUS YIRGINICITS.
Clinical.—This remedy is noticed here on account of its
reputed power in the treatment of exophthalmic goitre (mor
bus Basedowii). In my hands, however, it has failed to ben
efit in every case in which it has been given.

MERCURIALIS PERENNIS.
Objective.—Blinking of the eyes in the open air and sun
light. Twitching of the upper lids, especially of the left eye.
Watery eyes. Pupils dilated.
Subjective.—On waking at night she was unable to open
the lids immediately; they seemed paralyzed and could not
be opened until she had rubbed them. Weakness of the
upper lids, so that at times she could not completely raise
them. Lids heavy and dry. Dryness of the eyes. Burning in
the eyes. Pain in the eyes while reading and writing.
Vision foggy. Weakness and sensitiveness of the eyes to
bright and artificial light. Blinking of the eyes, while sewing
or reading by the light. Letters run together while reading.
Clinical.—Hypersemia of the conjunctiva after using the
eyes, with heaviness of .the lids, will often find its remedy in
Mercurialis.
In a case of conjunctivitis trachomatosa with pannus,
Mercl.39 seemed to act very promptly in relieving all the
symptoms. The pannus was slight and the boy complained
of feeling very sleepy. There was lachrymation and blurr
ing of the vision in the morning.
Our attention should be more frequently directed toward
this drug in the treatment of asthenopia. It is especially in
dicated if the patient complains of a sensation of dryness in
the eyes and heaviness of the lids (compare with Alumina).
The sensations. as of a mist before the eyes in the morning, and
a burning pain in the left eye worse in the evening and after
using, occurring in cases of asthenopia, have also been re
lieved. Also the hypersemia of the conjunctiva, already noted,
should suggest this remedy in these cases.
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MERCURIUS CORROSIYUS.
Redness of both ocular and palpebral conjunctiva. Inflam
mation of the eyes. Pupils insensible to light.
Eyes painful. Burning in the eyes. Tearing as if in the bone
above the left eye, near the root of the nose, and in other parts
of the bone. Pain behind the eyeballs as if they would be
forced out. Photophobia.
Clinical.—The corrosive sublimate is more often indicated
in severe inflammatory conditions of the eye, especially super
ficial, than any other form of mercury.
In certain forms of blepharitis it is frequently very valuable ;
as in inflammatory swelling of indurated lids ; inflammatory
swelling of the cheeks and parts around the orbits, which are
covered with pustules, or in scrofulous inflammation of the
lids, which are red as in erysipelas. In these cases the lids are
usually very red and excoriated by the acrid lachrymation, and the
fains are very severe, particularly at night.
Chronic catarrhal conjunctivitis, tending toward trachoma,
with redness and excoriation of the lids, and a dull feeling,
with itching in the eyes in the evening, has been cured under
this remedy.
Merc. corr. is usually more useful in strumous ophthalmia
than Merc. sol. It is chiefly called for if phlyctenules, ulcers,
or even deep abscesses are formed in the cornea, for then the
severity of the symptoms would lead us to its selection, as this
remedy is especially indicated in the erethistic form of inflam
mation. The eye is usually very red and the cornea vascular
and ulcerated. The cornea may have become so weakened
from the inflammation as not to be able to resist the normal
intraocular pressure, and so commencing staphyloma may be
noticed. The photophobia is excessive, and the lachrymation pro
fuse which together with the ichorous discharges are acrid, ex
coriating the lids and cheek. The pains vary in character,
though are generally very severe and not confined to the eye,
but extend into the forehead and temples ; always worse at
night. The lids are much swollen, erysipelatous, cedematous
or indurated ; are red and excoriated from the acrid discharges,

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and are spasmodically closed, rendering it almost impossible

to open them, and they often bleed easily upon attempting to
do so. There are also usually present, pustules on the cheek
around the eye, soreness and excoriation of the nose, enlarge
ment of the cervical glands, coated tongue, etc.
It has been employed with benefit in ophthalmia neona
torum in which the discharges were thin and excoriating, es
pecially if the mother has gonorrhoea or syphilitic leucorrhcea.
Episcleritis, with much pain in and around the eye at night, re
quires Merc. corr.
For kerato-iritis it is one of our chief remedies.
In iritis, especially the syphilitic variety, it no doubt sur
passes any other remedy in frequency of indication, and by
some it is even considered a specific, providing Atropine is
used at the same time locally. The severity of the symptoms,
and the intensity of the pains at night over the eyes and
through them, through the head and in the temples, are our
chief indications. It is no less useful in the other forms of plastic
iritis, as every-day experience fully verifies.
It seems to act beneficially in some cases of posterior syne
chia, causing them to soften so that Atropine can tear them,
and it sometimes appears to absorb them entirely, if recent.
Hypopyon, occurring in the course of abscess of the cornea
or iritis, has been frequently absorbed under its use.
If the inflammatory process has extended to other portions
of the uveal tract (cyclitis, choroiditis, iridocyclitis or irido-
choroiditis(, this remedy still deserves special prominence.
In retinitis albuminurica, no remedy has been employed
with better success in such a large number of cases; the in
flammatory process is often seen to rapidly subside, and the
exudations into the retina disappear, under the influence of
this remedy. The prescription is chiefly based upon the
pathological changes, as the symptoms are so few in this
disease.
In retinitis hemorrhagica or apoplexia retinse, Merc. corr. is
of great value in hastening the absorption of extravasated
blood and in toning up the walls of the vessels so as to suc
cessfully resist further blood pressure. A case now under treat-

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116 MERCURIUS DULCIS.

ment, in which there was no marked inflammation, but pro

fuse hemorrhages throughout both retinse, improved rapidly
under Merc. corr.2 after other remedies had been given three
months with no benefit. Within two months V. had improved
from t1^ to ^§, most of the hemorrhages had absorbed and no
new hemorrhages were occurring.
In superficial inflammations of the eye, Mercurius closely re
sembles several remedies, as Graph., Euphras., Arsen. and
Sulph., but the severity of the symptoms and nightly aggrava
tions are much more marked under Merc. than either of the
above. Under Graphites the discharges are also acrid and ex
coriating, and the photophobia often intense, but the pains are
not usually so severe as under Merc. Besides, we usually find
the external canthi cracked, and a moist eruption on the face
and behind the ears, when Graph. is indicated. The acrid dis
charges of Euphrasia are generally thick, while those of Mer
curius are thin. The character of the pains and general cach
exia will serve to distinguish it from Arsen. and Sulph.

MERCURIUS DULCIS.
Clinical.—Ciliary blepharitis associated with phlyctenular
ophthalmia, and accompanied by eruption on the face, soreness
of the nose and swelling of the upper lip, is often amenable to
Merc. dulc.
Calomel has been employed for many years by the old
school, in scrofulous ophthalmia, and even to this day it is con
sidered by them as one of their most important remedies, though
not a specific as was formerly supposed. Dusting the fine pow
der in the eye is the manner in which it is used by them.
We also, as homoeopaths, find it adapted to certain forms of
strumous ophthalmia, though given in a different manner, in
different doses and upon different principles. We use it only
internally and for the general cachexia, as the following case
will illustrate :—A little girl, set. 6, light complexion, pale skin,
muscles soft and flabby, glands enlarged and general strumous
diathesis. Upon examination a very deep ulcer. of the left
cornea was seen, which had so nearly perforated that the mem-
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brane of Descemet had begun to bulge ; small ulcers and pus

tules were present at the border of the cornea. In the right
eye pustules and maculre of the cornea were also found. There
was considerable redness and great photophobia. Various reme
dies, chiefly the anti-psorics, had been given with no benefit.
Merc. dulc.*, three doses daily, was administered; improve
ment soon began and went rapidly on to recovery, leaving
only a macula behind.
Benefit has also been derived from the use of Merc. dulc. in
deeper forms of inflammation of the eye, as in irido-choroiditis,
especially if dependent upon a scrofulous diathesis, and the
general cachexia of the patient suggests the remedy.

MERCURIUS IODATUS FLATUS.

Clinical.—Dacryocystitis blenn. may call for this remedy,
though it is not often indicated.
In some cases of blepharitis of syphilitic origin, favorable
results have been obtained from Merc. prot., if the concomitant
symptoms point to its use.
It has been of service in uncomplicated granular lids, but
is more particularly adapted to trachoma with pannus. It
may be indicated in all stages of pannus, but especially in acute
aggravations after the first, or Aconite, stage has passed. In
these cases it often exerts a marked beneficial influence upon
the trachoma itself. (Special indications will be given after
ulceration of the cornea.)
Merc. iod. flav. has been useful in pustular inflammation of,
the cornea and conjunctiva, but its principal sphere of action.
is in ulceration of the cornea, especially in that form of ulceration,
which commences at the margin of the cornea, and extends, in
volving only the superficial layers, either over the whole cornea or a
portion of it, particularly the upper part, which appears as if
chipped out with the finger nail, the so-called serpiginous
form. Also in cases of ulceration occurring in the course of pan
nus and granular conjunctivitis, it is excelled by no other remedy
in frequency of indication.
In all these cases there is usually present excessive photo-
118 MERCURIUS IODATUS FLAVUS.

phobia and redness, though sometimes these may be nearly

absent. The pains are generally of a throbbing, aching char
acter, worse at night; the pain often extends up into the head
which is sore to touch. In nearly every case we have the thick
yellow coating at the base of the tongue, and swelling of the glands
in various parts of the body, which are so prominent under this
drug.
In the Trans. of Am. Hom. Oph. and Otol. Soc. for 1880, Dr.
A. Wanstall describes a peculiar sclero-corneal formation, in a
colored boy, in which the entire sclero-corneal margin was oc
cupied by a slightly elevated opacity, of little width, and upon
which was situated a chain of very minute vesicles. The
pericorneal subconjunctival tissue was profusely injected with
very fine vessels, through which was also distributed a large
quantity of pigment, forming a zone as striking in appearance
as the one occupying the limbus cornese, into which it imper
ceptibly merged. The opacity of the cornea was sharply de
fined. Under Merc. prot.3 the pericorneal injection rapidly
disappeared, and the proliferation of tissue passed over into a
macula.
Benefit has been derived from this preparation of Mercury
in syphilitic iritis, although it is not as frequently required as
Merc. corr.
In intraocular troubles, Dr. Woodyatt has observed very
favorable results from the use of the iodide of mercury, as in
opacities of the vitreous and in irido-choroiditis, as the follow
ing will illustrate :—" Miss L., aged 26. Eight years ago she no
ticed a drooping and heaviness of eyelids. After two years she
found sight of left eye imperfect, and when this dimness ap
peared, the drooping of both eyelids ceased. No redness, pain
nor photophobia ; but black spots and flashes of light were some
times seen. A year later the right eye was affected and rapidly
grew worse than the left. Two years ago the sight failed
entirely. Examination of right eye: No external redness;
anterior chamber shallow; iris discolored and crowded for
ward by a swollen opaque lens, to the capsule of which it was
attached all around the margin of a contracted pupil. Not
even quantitative sight existed. Left eye: Anterior chamber
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shallow; iris dimmed and discolored ; pupil moderately dilated

and mobile. Ophthalmoscope revealed pigment spots on the
lens capsule ; vitreous hazy throughout ; lying in it, near the
retina, were three greenish-blue spots a little larger than the op
tic nerve, probably hemorrhagic effusions undergoing degener
ation. V.=£$, Snellen 1\ read slowly at 3 inches; irregular
dilatation of pupil under Atropine. Patient in fair health and
only complains of black spots in the visual axis, inability to
bear strong light and to use her eyes continuously. Pre
scribed Mercurius iod., 3d dec., four times a day ; to use pro-.
tective glasses and to abstain from near work.
Twenty days later V.=f$, Snellen 1| read at 8 inches.
During the menses, two days after this record, there was hem
orrhage into the vitreous. For one day sight was only quan
titative, but it rapidly cleared. For ten days, V.=f$, emme
tropic. Re'sume' : Duration of treatment, 60 days ; left eye,
from V.=£ft to H-"
Cases of paralysis of the oculo-motor nerve, of syphilitic ori
gin, have been cured by this preparation of mercury, as is
markedly shown in the following case: —A young man appeared
for treatment, with complete paralysis of all the fibres of the
third pair of nerves of the right eye. It was probably of syphi
litic origin, as fifteen months previously he had had a chancre
which was followed by pain in the bones worse at night, sore
throat, etc. Kali iod., in material doses for three weeks and
Rhus. tox.1 for one week, together with electricity all the time,
failed to improve. After three days use of Merc. iod. flav.30
and electricity, the power began to return to the muscles, so
that he could raise the upper lid somewhat, and in less than a
month he was fully restored.

MERCURIUS IODATUS RUBER.

Clinical.—The action of this form of mercury is very simi
lar to that of the yellow iodide, and by some is used instead of
the latter.
Its usefulness has been especially verified in trachoma and
pannus, though the points of difference between the two iodides
in this affection are not known.
120 MERCURIUS NITROSUS AND PR^CIPITATUS FLAVUS.

MERCURIUS NITROSUS.
Clinical.—The nitrate of mercury has been successfully
employed, both externally and internally, in various forms of
blepharitis with no particular indications.
As a caustic in syphilitic ulceration of the lids, there is none
better.
This preparation of mercury is more often indicated than
any other, in pmtules and ulcers of the cornea, particularly the
former. It has been especially used by Dr. Liebold, with re
markable success in a large number of cases, without regard to
symptoms. Severe cases as well as mild, chronic cases as well
as acute, and superficial as well as deep (even with hypopyon),
have yielded to its influence ; also in some cases there has
been much photophobia, in others none at all; in some, severe
pain, especially at night, while in others it has been nearly ab
sent, and thus we might go through a variety of other symp
toms, differing as much as the above, in which this drug has
been curative. It has usually been employed both externally
and internally at the same time, and in the lower potencies;
about the first potency ten grains to two drams of water (or
even stronger) as an external application, to be used in the eye
two, three or more times a day, and the second or third poten
cy to be taken internally. It may, however, be given inter
nally alone with success. Atropine is sometimes used with it,
especially if there be much photophobia.

MERCURIUS PR^CIPITATUS FLATUS.

Clinical.—Dr. W. P. Fowler writes of this remedy as fol
lows :—"The yellow oxide of mercury is a remedy from which
I have obtained very favorable results in marginal blepharitis.
It has proved most beneficial in cases where the edges of the
lids were red, covered with fine crusts, and slightly thickened.
Where there is ulceration of the lids of an indolent nature, it
is also efficacious. I have prescribed this remedy in the 6th
trit. and applied it locally, prepared according to the formula:
B. Hydrarg. oxyd. flaw, gr. xii.
Cosmoline §i.
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Every night a little of the ointment should be applied with a

camel's hair brush to the roots of the lashes. Before making
the application, the margins of the lids should be thoroughly
washed with warm water, all the crusts removed and the lids
then carefully dried. Unless this precaution be taken, little, if
any, benefit will follow." Dr. C. M. Thomas also says, " I find
the yellow oxid. of mercury (1 gr. to 3i cosmoline) far more
effectual than Graphites or Merc. nitr., in blepharitis." The
latter prescription of Merc. prsec. flav. I have also found espe
cially beneficial in ciliary blepharitis.

mercurius pr^cipitatus ruber.

Clinical.—The red precipitate of mercury, so often used by
the old school, has been too little employed by us, as we have
no symptomatology, but are guided in its selection simply by
clinical indications.
In scrofulous ophthalmia it has proved beneficial. There is
commonly bright red swelling of the conjunctiva; the lids
may be everted and granular ; the cornea is superficially ul
cerated and covered with red vessels ; the discharges from the
eye are copious and purulent, forming crusts upon the lids
which are firmly agglutinated in the morning ; the photopho
bia is usually great; the symptoms are aggravated by working
over a fire.
Benefit has been derived from its use in ophthalmia neona
torum.
In trachoma with pannus it is a valuable remedy. It is
rarely of much service in the acute stage, for it is especially
adapted. to old chronic cases, in which the cornea is covered
with pannus of high degree, with considerable redness, dis
charge and photophobia ; granulations may be present, or may
have been already removed by caustics.
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MERCURIUS SOLUBIS.
Objective.— The upper lid is thick and red, like a stye. Great
swelling, redness and constriction of the lids, which were very
sensitive to touch. Eyelids agglutinated in the morning. He
is unable to open the eyes well, as if the eyeballs were agglu
tinated (to the lids). Inflamed swelling in the region of the
lachrymal bone. Inflammation of both eyes, with burning
pain, worse in the open air. The eyes were forcibly drawn
together, as if long deprived of sleep. Lachrymation.
Subjective.—A sensation as of a cutting substance beneath
the left upper lid. Heat, redness and pressure in eyes. Heat
in the eyes, and lachrymation. Burning in the eyes. Burn
ing and biting in the eyes, as from horse-radish.
Vision.—If she attempts to look at anything she cannot dis-
< tinctly recognize it, and then the eyes are almost always in
voluntarily drawn together; the more she tries to restrain the
contraction the less able is she to prevent it ; she is obliged to
lie down and close the eyes. A fog before one or both eyes.
Dimness of vision. The eyes cannot tolerate the firelight or
daylight. Firelight blinds the eyes very much, in the evening.
Things like black insects or flies constantly float before the
vision.
Clinical.—Mercurius solubis has for many years, been one
of the most prominent remedies in ophthalmic practice, and
even now it may be considered one of the polychrests.
Inflammation or blennorrhcea of the lachrymal sac should
suggest this remedy, if there is considerable swelling and pain
at night, or if the discharge is thin and acrid in nature, pro
viding the general condition of the patient at the same time
calls for it. For fistula lachrymalis, with external ulceration
resulting from syphilis, it has also proved useful.
In blepharitis there is no better remedy if the lids are red,
thick and swollen (particularly the upper) and sensitive to heat,
cold or touch. The lachrymation is profuse, burning and acrid,
making the lids sore, red and painful, especially worse in the
open air or by the constant application of cold water. The
symptoms are all worse at night in bed and by warmth in gen
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eral, also from the glare of a fire, which is unusually painful.

It is especially indicated in ciliary blepharitis, caused by
working over fires or forges, or by gaslight.
Ophthalmia neonatorum, marked by acrid discharge (usu
ally thin) which makes the cheek sore, and particularly if
caused from syphilitic leucorrhcea in the mother, is more
quickly relieved by this drug than any other.
In superficial inflammations of the cornea and conjunctiva,
either ulcerative, phlyctenular or catarrhal, Mercurius has
proved especially serviceable. We are led to its use by the
following symptoms, which have been collected from a large
number of cases: In inflammatory conditions dependent upon
syphilis, either hereditary or acquired, it is one of the first
remedies to be thought of. _ The ulcers of the cornea are usu
ally quite vascular, though they may be surrounded by a gray
ish opacity and complicated with existence of pu& between the
layers of the cornea (onyx). The redness of the conjunctiva is
variable, though more frequently of high degree ; in some
cases chemosis. The dread of light is generally very marked, in
some cases so intense that the eyes can hardly be opened, even
in a darkened room, and is more often aggravated by any
artificial light, as gaslight or glare of a fire. The lachrymation is
profuse, burning and excoriating, and the muco-purulent dis
charges are very thin and acrid. The pains are generally severe
and varying in character, but are more frequently tearing, burn
ing, shooting or sticking, and are not confined to the eye, but
extend up into the forehead and temples ; are always worse at
.night especially before midnight, from heat, damp weather or
extreme cold, and are often ameliorated temporarily by cold
water. The lids may be spasmodically closed, are thick, red,
swollen, even erysipelatously, excoriated by the acrid discharges,
and are sensitive to heat, cold or contact; there is usually biting
and burning in the lids, sometimes a feeling as if there were
many fiery points in them ; worse in the open air. The general
aggravations in the evening by gaslight and at night after
going to bed, are of the first importance. At the same time
the concomitant symptoms of soreness of the head, excoriation
of the nose, eruptions on the face, condition of the tongue,

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offensive breath, night sweats without relief, and pain in the

bones especially at night, would lead us in its selection.
Keratitis parenchymatosa, dependent upon hereditary syph
ilis, very frequently calls for Mercurius, which has proved ex
tremely valuable in this affection. It may also be of service
in interstitial inflammation of the cornea, if traceable to ac
quired syphilis, as was verified in a case recently under treat
ment.
Kerato-iritis, both with and without hypopyon, has been
cured with Merc.; it is indicated by the pains and nightly
aggravation; in one case in which benefit was derived, the
pain was very severe at night, the eye feeling as* if it were a
ball of fire, the lachrymation was hot and hypopyon was
present.—T. F. A.
In the treatment of episcleritis it should be considered with
Thuja, as the'following case will illustrate:—A woman, set. 35,
had been troubled for a long time with inflammation of the
eyes; the corneas were covered with scars from old ulcerations;
the scleral vessels were injected, especially between the insertion
of the recti muscles, where the sclera was slightly bulged and
thinned, so that the dark color of the choroid shown through;
she complained of a steady aching pain in the eye all the time,
worse at night. Merc." was given, which relieved the pain
within a few hours and a rapid recovery ensued. In another
case similar to the above in its pathological changes, the pains
were pricking in character, especially on turning the eye out
ward, with a "dizzy" pain and beating over the eye and in
the temple at night. Merc.30, with Atropine, cured in four days.
Mercury has always been and probably always will be the
principal remedy for iritis. The solubis has been employed
with great success in many cases, though it is not as commonly
useful as the corrosivus. It is especially called for in the
syphilitic variety and when gummata are present in the iris,
though its sphere of usefulness is not confined to this form, as
it may be indicated in the rheumatic or any other form of
iritis, in mild cases as well as severe, when hypopyon is present
and when it is absent. The usual symptoms of iritis—contrac
tion, discoloration and immobility of the iris, ciliary injection,
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haziness of the aqueous, etc., are of course found, but the

characteristic indications are to be looked for in the pains,
which are usually of a tearing, boring character, chiefly around
the eye, in the forehead and temples, which are often sore to touch;
with this there may be throbbing, shooting and sticking pains
in the eye ; all of which are always worse at night.
In retinitis or in choroiditis, particularly if dependent upon
syphilis, this remedy has been employed with benefit. In
these cases the retina is often very sensitive to the glare of a
fire. It is the great remedy for diseases of the optic nerve and
retina occurring in workers in foundries.
In a case of ciliary neuralgia, in which the pain was very
severe in character, shooting from the eye to the occiput, worse
at night, with vertigo, and soreness of the head and arm to
touch, prompt relief was obtained by Merc. sol.30, after Sulph.
had failed.

MEZEREUM.
Obstinate jerking of the muscle of the left upper lid. Lach-
rymation, with biting in the eyes. Eyes hot, inflamed, on
rising in the morning ; the conjunctiva of the ball very much
injected, dirty red, especially in the vicinity of the external
canthus ; most in the left eye ; with pressive pain, and a sensa
tion of dryness. Much pressure in the eyes, with a sensation
of dryness, as if the conjunctiva of the lids were very much
inflamed. Smarting in the eyes, compelling to rub them.
Pressive pain above the left eye. Itching, biting on the mar
gin of the lids and skin near the nose.
Clinical.—In eczematous affections of the lids, face and
head, characterized by Oiick hard scabs from under which pus
exudes on pressure, Mezereum is especially useful. It has been
given with benefit in blepharitis, pustular conjunctivitis and
abscess of the cornea, chiefly when these symptoms have been
present.
Ciliary neuralgia, especially after operations upon the eye,
has been relieved by this drug.
126 MURIATICUM ACID.—NATRUM CARB.—NATRUM MUR.

MURIATICUM ACIDUM.
Clinical.—The following symptom, found in a case of mus
cular asthenopia, was speedily relieved by Muriatic acid : Sharp
burning pain extending from the left to the right eye in the
morning, ameliorated by washing.

NATRUM CARBONIC UM.

He could hardly open the lids; they involuntarily closed.
Small ulcers about the cornea, with stinging pains in the eye,
so that she was obliged to shade it from every ray of light.
Needle-like stitches in both eyes, after dinner. Heaviness of
the upper lids.
Eyes dim; he was constantly obliged to wipe them. Black,
floating spots before vision, while writing. Blinding lightnings
before the eyes, on waking.

NATRUM MURIATICUM.
Objective.—Redness of the margins of the lids; in the
morning the eyes were agglutinated with scabs. A catarrhal
affection of the margins of the lids developed; they became red,
with burning, especially in the evening while reading; secreted
mucus and were agglutinated in the morning on waking, and
covered with thick scabs. Spasmodic closure of the lids.
Irritability of the margins of the lids, and their conjunctiva.
Lachrymation in the open air. Acrid lachrymotion, which
makes the canthi red and sore. Redness of the white of the eyes,
with lachrymation. Redness and inflammation of the white of
the eye, with a feeling as if the balls were too large and com
pressed. Inflammation of the eyes, and lachrymation, in every
slight wind. Giving out of the eyes. The eyes give out on read
ing ; with a pressure in the right eye, extending into the head,
disappearing on walking about the room. The eyes give out
on writing.
Subjective.—Slight pressive pain above the eyebrows. Sen
sitive dry sensation in the eyes, as after weeping a long time,
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while riding in a carriage. Pain as from a foreign body in

the eye. Burning in the eyes, with increased secretion of
mucus; the lids are agglutinated in the morning, with great
sensitiveness to lamplight. Violent burning in the eyes in the
evening. Pressure in the eyes. Pressure in the eye on looking
intently at anything. Sticking in the right eye. Sensitiveness
of the eyes. Smarting pain in the eyes. Sensation as if sand
were in the eyes, in the morning. Itching in the eyes. Itching
in the inner canthi, and lachrymation. Violent itching of the
left inner canthus.
Vision. Eyes dim and weak. Vision not as clear as usual;
the eyes seem misty all day. Objects seem covered with a
thin veil. On looking at anything, especially on sewing, sud
den darkness before the eyes ; she could see nothing till she
directed the eyes to another object, at 6 p.m., with sleepiness.
Unsteadiness of vision; objects become confused on looking at them.
Letters and stitches run together, so that she cannot distinguish
anything for five minutes. Small fiery points before the eyes
wherever she looks.
Clinical.—Natrum mur. has been successfully employed in
a variety of ophthalmic affections, both superficial and deep.
It is better adapted to chronic diseases than to those which are
more acute in their course.
Well authenticated cases of morbus Basedowii are reported
to have been permanently relieved by this remedy. It is,
therefore, mentioned in this place, though my own experience
has not verified the indication.
Stricture of the lachrymal duct, fistula and blenorrhoea of
the lachrymal sac, in which the diagnosis cannot be ques
tioned, have been benefited by this remedy.
It is very useful in certain forms of blepharitis, in which the
thick inflamed lids smart and burn, with a sensation of sand
in the eye, and acrid lachrymation which excoriates the lids
and cheek, especially if caused from caustics.
Entropion, resulting from caustic treatment of granular lids,
has been cured under Natr. mur.
Dr. F. H. Boynton first called attention to Natrum mur. as
a valuable remedy for follicular conjunctivitis. It is useful

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in this form of inflammation of the conjunctiva, in which the

follicular formations are chronic and chiefly confined to the
oculo-palpebral folds. It has also been of service in these
cases when complicated with true trachoma.
Old cases of granular lids, with or without pannus, may re
quire this remedy, especially if they have previously been
"much treated" with caustics and are accompanied by acrid,
excoriating lachrymation.
In pustules and ulcers of the cornea much benefit is fre
quently derived from the administration of Natrum mur.,
especially in chronic recurrent cases, though the symptoms
which lead to its selection are not particularly characteristic.
There may be itching and burning in the eyes or a feeling as
from sand in them, usually worse in the morning and fore
noon. The pains vary in character, though are not severe,
with the exception of a sharp pain over the eye on looking down.
The lachrymation is acrid and excoriating, making the lids red
and sore; the discharges from the eye are also thin, watery and
excoriating (Merc., Arsen.). The photophobia is usually well
marked and the lids are spasmodically closed. The skin of
the face, around the eye, is often glossy and shining, while the lips
may be sore and the corners of the mouth cracked.
Hypersesthesia of the retina has been relieved, in which
there was much lachrymation and burning in the morning,
with some conjunctival injection; also in cases in which, on
looking at a bright light, there was great photophobia, severe
sticking in the temples and, on reading, objects seemed to
swim before the sight. It is especially indicated in chlorotic
females.
In asthenopia, particularly muscular, and dependent upon over
use of the eyes, in either ametropia or emmetropia, Natrum mur.
is a most important remedy. By reference to the verified
symptomatology of this drug, it will be seen how closely in
dicated it is in a large majority of asthenopic troubles. In
addition to which many clinical indications have been ob
served, as follows : Drawing, stiff sensation in the muscles of the
eyes on moving them (this is very characteristic of Natr. mur.).
Pain, burning and smarting of the eyes on attempting to use them

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and after using them. Heat and a feeling as though there was
a rush of blood to the eyes. Pain on looking steadily at distant
or near objects. Severe pain over the right internal rectus
muscle (Buffum). Use of the eyes brings on heaviness and
drooping of the lids; causes letters or sketches to blur, and if
continued, produces aching in the balls; lamplight is particu-'
larly troublesome ; retinal images are retained ; right lower lid
twitches a great deal (Woodyatt). Lids smart and feel heavy
on slight use of eyes, with desire to rub them; sharp shooting
pains in the globe; blurred vision; constant dull aching pain
in the globes; photophobia, especially to gaslight (Woodyatt).
Headaches coming on in the morning, often before rising, be
ginning in one eye with a sensation as if the eye would be
pressed out, accompanied by nausea and vomiting; when
looking down, objects appear larger than when looking for
ward (Buffum). Together with the above symptoms, marked
weakness of the internal recti muscles will usually be found,
though in some cases the weakness of the ciliary muscle will
be more pronounced. A corresponding decrease in the acute-
ness of vision is frequently observed and remedied by the use
of Natr. mur. The following case very well illustrates its ac
tion:—F. H. G., set. 28, book-keeper, overstrained his eyes,
working with various colored inks, writing very fine and un
interruptedly from twelve to fifteen hours. The general health
was good. The refraction was normal, emmetropic, but con
siderable weakness of the internal recti prevented reading.
The eye was hypersemic and there was moderate photophobia,
and constant inclination to close the eyes firmly. Touch was
unbearable, but hard pressure relieved. He experienced a
sensation as if something sharp and sticking was in the eye.
He said: "My eyes itch and burn just like chilblains; I must
wipe them often and pull at the lashes." The eyes were very
painful on turning them either in or out. Natrum mur.200
promptly cured.—T. F. A.
The asthenopic symptoms of kopiopia hysterica, due to re
flex irritation from the uterus, will not uncommonly call for
this remedy.
When the weakness of the internal recti muscles has be-
130 NATR. SALICYL.—NATR. SULPH.—NITRICUM ACIDUM.

come sufficient to produce divergent strabismus, benefit has

been derived from Natr. mur., as shown in the following case:
—" Divergent strabismus had existed from childhood in a pa
tient, 20 years of age; it followed inflammatory rheumatism.
One week after taking Rhus tox.6 the eyes were parallel for
one day, then the squint came on from fatigue. Squint had
always been more marked in hot weather and worse in winter.
Entirely cured by Natr. mur.3* and m.—J. H. Buffum.

NATRUM SALICYLICUM.
Clinical.—The salicylate of soda, although an empirical
remedy, often renders valuable service in relieving severe pain
in and around the eye. In severe cases of iritis and other dis
eases, it may not only relieve the ciliary neuralgia, but also
have a beneficial influence over the progress of the disease.
Its use has been particularly noted for the relief of the pain of
iritis following severe operations, as cataract extraction. From
three to five grain doses repeated from one to three hours or
even oftener in some cases, will usually be found necessary.

NATRUM SULPHURICUM.
Both eyes agglutinated in the morning, with photophobia.
Clinical.—As a local application in maculae of the cornea,
it has seemed to hasten the absorption of the new elements
and clear the cornea.

NITRICUM ACIDUM.
Yellowness about the eyes, with red cheeks. Difficulty in
opening the eyes and raising the upper lid, in the morning.
Burning, biting and stitches in the eyes.
Vision.—Double vision of horizontal objects at some dis
tance. Obscuration of the eyes while reading. She can
clearly distinguish nothing at night, and everything seems
double. Shortsighted; objects at a moderate distance were in
distinct. He was obliged to stop reading in the twilight
sooner than usual.
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Clinical.—Nitric acid is of especial importance in diseases

of the eye of syphilitic origin, or if the patient has been over
dosed with mercury or potash.
In one case of gonorrhoeal ophthalmia, in which the dis
charge was profuse and cornea ulcerated, with burning pain,
favorable results were obtained from Nitric acid3 internally
and a weak solution externally.
More benefit has been derived from this remedy in syphilitic
iritis than in any other ophthalmic disease. It seems to be
adapted to those cases which are chronic in their course and
unaccompanied by the customary nightly pain, or the pain is
very mild in comparison with the usual iritic pains; some
times the pain may be more severe during the day than at
night. Posterior synechia?, often very firm, will usually be
found when these patients appear for treatment.

NUX MOSCHATA.
Blue rings around the eyes.
Sensation of dryness in the eyes; reading by artificial light
was difficult; the eyes would close from sleep; the head and
forehead were dull, in the evening.
Everything looks too large.
Clinical.—Dr. D. J. McGuire sends me the report of a "case
of episcleritis in a delicate girl of ten years, involving both
eyes. The nodule over each external rectus was very large and
very painful, had existed two weeks and was growing worse
. daily. The child was very sleepy, with dry lips and tongue,
and had a tired sleepy expression. Gave Nux mosch.30 every
three hours the first day, then three times daily. After three
days, as she was much relieved, gave blank powders for two
days, during which time the patient became worse. Returned
to Nux m., with prompt relief and a cure in twelve days."

NUX YOMICA.
Objective.—Twitching of the eyelids. Blinking of the
eyes. Canthi purulent. Swelling of the eyes, with red streaks
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in the whites and pressive-tensive pain. Inflammation of the
eyes. The eyes run water, as in a moist inflammation of the
eyes or as in stopped coryza. Painless injection of the whites
of the eyes. While yawning, in the morning, the eyes stand
full of water, with lachrymation.
Subjective.—The margin of the lid is painful, as if rubbed
sore, especially on touch and in the morning. Pressure in the
upper lids, especially in the morning. The inner canthus is
painful, as if sore and rubbed. The canthi are painful, as if
sore. A smarting dry sensation in the inner canthi, in the morning,
in bed. Biting in the eyes, especially in the external canthi,
as from salt, with lachrymation. Itching in the eyes, relieved
by rubbing.
Vision.—Vision extremely sensitive. Vision cloudy. Intol
erance of the daylight, in the morning, with obscuration of vision.
Photophobia.
Clinical.—The power of Nux vomica to relieve nervous
irritability, has led to its beneficial use in diverse affections of
the eye, as the following clinical record will show.
In dacryo-cysto-blennorrhcea good results have been ob
tained from its use.—A. Wanstall.
In ciliary blepharitis, with smarting and dryness of the lids,
especially in the morning, our remedy will be found in Nux
vom. It is also indicated in ciliary blepharitis dependent
upon certain forms of gastric disturbances.
From its action in spasmodic affections, we are led to its use
in blepharospasms or morbid nictitation, in which it has
been given with benefit, though is not so frequently indicated
as Agaricus.
As a remedy for conjunctivitis, it is not as often called for
as when the cornea becomes involved, though in both catarrhal
and scrofulous inflammation of the conjunctiva benefit has
been derived, especially if there is marked morning aggravation
and the usual concomitant symptoms. In acute conjunctivitis
with hemorrhages in the conjunctiva it is also sometimes in
dicated.
Good results were obtained from its use in ophthalmia neo
natorum, in which the lids were much swollen, bled easily
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and the child was troubled with vomiting, constipation and

flatulent colic.
Old cases of trachoma, especially if complicated with pannus,
and if they have had much treatment, are often benefited by
this remedy. It is, however, frequently of use, either to com
mence the treatment or as an intercurrent remedy in trachoma
with or without pannus, though it rarely effects a cure unas
sisted by any other drug. It has been of service in trachoma
and follicular conjunctivitis occuring only in the summer and
worse in the morning (compare Sepia).
Nux. vom. is frequently indicated in ulcers and pustules of
the cornea, especially the former, with excessive photophobia.
An important point regarding the photophobia, as well as the
other symptoms, is the morning aggravation, which is rarely
absent. In addition to this we usually have much lachryma-
tion and a variety of pains, none of which, however, can be
said to be very characteristic, though the following are a few
which have been relieved : Sharp darting pains in the eye and
over it, in some cases extending to the top of the head, and
always worse in the morning. Burning pain in the eyes
and lids. Tearing pain in the eye at night, awakening from
sleep. Eye feels pressed out whenever she combs her hair.
Sensation as of hot water in the eye. Pain in the lower lid as
if something were cutting it. Burning pain when looking at a
light, darting upward above the eyes, with pain in the eyebrow
on going to bed. Pain in the eye in the morning. Sometimes
relief from the pain is obtained by bathing the eyes in cold
water. Cases that have been overdosed by external and in
ternal medication particulary call for this remedy.
It has proved useful in iritis, as in one case of the syphilitic
variety, with moderate ciliary injection, some photophobia,
'hot lachrymation, morning aggravation and great sensitive
ness to the air, though it cannot be often indicated.
Even after the deeper structures have become inflamed,
benefit has been derived from Nux. vom., as in a case of cho-
rio-retinitis, in which there was much throbbing pain, es
pecially in the left eye, and in the morning, ball sore to touch,
upper part of the sclera bright red, burning pain in the eye
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not relieved by bathing, and aggravation of the symptoms on

lying down.
In choroiditis disseminata it is a prominent remedy, especi
ally if occurring in persons addicted to the use of stimulants;
its special indications do not vary from those already given in
writing of other diseases.
Hypersesthesia of the retina, with frequent pains in the top
of the head, sleepless nights and awakening cross in the morn
ing, was promptly relieved by Xux vom.
Of late years strychnia has been employed very extensively
by the old school, in the treatment of atrophy of the optic
nerve and various forms of amblyopia. It is used chiefly by
hypodermic injection, and in many cases with marked success.
We also often find Nux vom. useful in atrophy of the optic
nerve, checking the progress of the disease, and in many cases
restoring the vision to a limited extent, though it is, of course,
impossible to restore the sight wholly if genuine atrophy has
once commenced. Illustrative of its action in atrophy of the
optic nerve is the following:—Mr. T., set. 60, dark complexion,
dyspeptic; is a smoker but does not drink. For three or four
months vision had been failing. V. -f^ o. u. With convex 36,
V. |§, great difficulty. Ophthalmoscope showed white atrophy
of the outer halves of both optic papillse. Under Nux vom.,
3d, 30th and 200th, the vision improved in three months to
f$, great difficulty, and with convex 30 was fjj- difficulty.
In amblyopia potatorum, or impairment of vision due chiefly
to the use of intoxicating drinks or even to dissipation in gen
eral, no remedy will more frequently restore to power the
function of the benumbed nerve than this. Many confirma
tions of this assertion could be given, but the following was
particularly marked :—J. N., set. 53. Diagnosis, amblyopia po
tatorum et atrophia nerv. opt. Three months previous to my
seeing him, he had noticed that his sight was failing. At that
time he was drinking much and regularly, and was an inveter
ate smoker. The vision had grown worse until he entered the
Inebriate Asylum on Ward's Island, in which he had been for
several weeks. During this time he had received no treatment,
only discontinuing the use of liquor; no improvement of vis-

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ion took place. The ophthalmoscope showed decided white

atrophy of both optic papillse. R. V., fingers at four feet.
L. V., fingers at- five feet. Nux vom. 30th and 200th was
given for ten days with no benefit, when Nux v.1 was ad
ministered. Within six days he could count fingers at ten
feet, and in two months and a half his vision became ^f
nearly, and with convex 14, could read three and a half Snel
len slowly. The smoking was not stopped.
Tobacco amaurosis or amblyopia will often be benefited by the
use of Nux, as can be seen from the following remarkable case :
—J. W., set. 18, of a nervous temperament, had been smoking
excessively from early in the morning till late at night, and
inhaling the smoke. One morning, three days before he was
seen, on reading Greek, noticed a blur before the vision and
on covering the right eye found he could not see with the left.
The vision had nearly returned in the afternoon, but was
again lost the next morning, and did not again return. He
had not used alcoholic stimulants. R. V., f$ difficulty. L. V.,
fingers at six feet. No improvement with glasses. The oph
thalmoscope showed no change in refraction, media or fundus,
only some sensitiveness to reflected light, which caused a sting
ing pain in the ball. No subjective symptoms of any kind,
except the loss of vision. Two days later, having stopped the
tobacco and given Nux v.*9, the vision in left eye had fallen to
counting of fingers at one and a half feet. Under Nux v.1, the
vision at once began to improve, and in three weeks was § \ in
each eye.
Its action upon the muscles should not be overlooked, for
though it is not often called for in strabismus, still it has bene
fited spme cases, periodic in character, especially aggravated
by mental excitement, or when caused by an injury.
For paralytic affections of the muscles it may sometimes be
useful, especially when caused or made worse by stimulants or
tobacco. In a case recently under treatment, not of this char
acter, it was also of service:—A man, cct. 53, had noticed double
vision for one week, followed by drooping of the left upper lid
and complete paralysis of all the filaments of the third pair of
nerves for three days. Dull frontal headache in the morning.

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Supposed to be due to exposure in a draught, though had had

syphilis 23 years before. Causticum was given for over three
weeks with no improvement, when, on account of headache,
nausea and bad taste in the mouth in the morning, Nux
vom.3 was given. Headache was at once relieved, and he soon
began to open his eye. After eighteen days of slow improve
ment, Nux1 was prescribed, and in a month the action of all
the muscles was good.
Very favorable results have followed the use of this drug in
asthenopia, especially when the symptoms are more pro
nounced in the morning; also when aggravated by stomach
derangements.
In U. S. M. & 8. J, Dr. W. H. Woodyatt reported: "In
various forms of trouble I have been led to give Nux. vom.
for a blurring of sight by overheating, and nearly every time
with benefit."
Strychnia has sometimes been employed in preference to this
drug, though no apparent advantage has been gained by the
substitution. .

OPIUM.
Pupils contracted.
Eyes dry and weak, with burning, and a sensation as if dust
were in them.
Clinical. The use of this drug in ophthalmology has been
very limited, except as an anodyne.
Two very interesting cases are, however, presented, in which
Opium acted very favorably:—A woman, set. 35, had been
troubled with her eyes for six weeks. Upon examination, total
paralysis of the accommodation with impaired sensibility of
the retina of the right eye, and partial paralysis of the accom
modation of the left eye, was found. It was supposed to be
due to the use of a cosmetic, which probably contained car
bonate of lead. The other symptoms present were as follows:
almost constant frontal headache, vertigo with darting pains
from the occiput to the forehead, distressing feeling of empti
ness in the stomach especially in the morning, bowels con
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stipated, and a sensation of pain and constriction as of a band

encircling her chest in the line of the pleura. Nux vom.*
failed. Opium3 cured.—W. A. Phillips.
The second case was one of embolism of the central artery
of the retina. The arteries were bloodless, veins engorged and
stagnant, and hemorrhagic spots on the disk. Came on after
a severe attack of neuralgia. The face was very red, numb
and drawn to the right side ; tongue protruded to the right
side; speech was imperfect, nearly voiceless, except with
effort; pain in the back. All the pains were on the right side.
Under the use of Opium alone, he gradually recovered not
only his vision but also power over the paralyzed parts.—T.
F. A.

PARIS QUADRIFOLIA.
Some stitches through the middle of the eye. Jerking and
twitching of the right upper lid. The eyeballs seem too large.
Clinical.—This drug produced a permanent cure of para
lysis of the iris and ciliary muscle, supposed to be due to an
injury received two years previous. There was pain drawing
from the eye to the back of the head, where there was a sore
spot ; even pressure with the finger would cause her to cry out.
Many black floating specks before the vision were present.
The following symptoms have also been relieved by Paris :
Pain in the eyes as if pulled into the head. Double vision. Head
ache worse in the evening, with confusion of the whole fore
head, and sensation as if skin of the forehead were drawn to
gether and the bones scraped sore, with inflamed lids, red
margins and sensation as if threads drew from the eye into the
middle of the head. Tension around the brow, as though the
skin were thick, and difficult to wrinkle. " Feeling of contrac
tion in the internal canthi."—Deady.

PETROLEUM.
Objective.—An inflamed swelling, as large as a pigeon's
egg, in the inner canthus, like an incipient lachrymal fistula,
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together with dryness of the right side of the nose. Lachry-

mation. Conjunctivitis and blepharadenitis.
Subjective.—Burning and pressure in the inner canthus.
Itching and dryness of the lids. Burning in the eyes and
pressure, with dimness on exerting them. Itching and stick
ing in the eyes.
The visual power is weak.
Clinical.—In disorders of the lachrymal apparatus, espe
cially blennorrhoea of the lachrymal sac, decided benefit has
been derived from Petrol. ; its choice depends mainly upon
the concomitant symptoms.
Within the last few j'ears the purified preparations of pe
troleum, cosmoline and vaseline, have been used to a great
extent and with much benefit as external applications in cases
of blepharitis; they prevent the formation of new scabs and the
agglutination of the lids, besides seeming to exert a beneficial
influence over the progress of the disease. At the same time
the use of Petrol. internally, is highly recommended, espe
cially if indicated by the characteristic occipital headache,
rough skin, etc. Cases, in which ciliary blepharitis has re
sulted from conjunctivitis granulosa, also when it has been a
sequela of small pox, with smarting and sticking pains in the
inner canthus, have been cured by this drug.
It is sometimes indicated in trachoma with pannus, espe
cially when occurring in a scrofulous habit, with considerable
white discharge from the eye and roughness of the cheek.
It may be called for in scrofulous ophthalmia, with muco
purulent discharge from the eyes, inflammation of the lid
margins and burning, itching or sticking in the eyes and lids.
Iritis, with dull pulsating pain in the occiput, may require
Petroleum.

PHOSPHORICUM ACIDUM.
Clinical.— TAe headaches of school children dependent upon
overuse of tlte eyes (asthenopia) are frequently amenable to
Phos. ac.
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PHOSPHORUS.
Blue rings about the eyes. Eyes sunken. Pupils contracted.
Stiffness and heat in the eyes.
Vision.—He sees more distinctly in the morning, in the
twilight, than during the day. Giving out of the eyes while
reading. She was obliged to hold objects near in order to see
distinctly; at a distance everything seemed enveloped in a
smoke or mist; she could see better when the pupils were di
lated by shading the eyes with the hand. Cloudiness or dim
ness of vision. Everything seems in a mist. A green halo
about the candlelight, in the evening. Flickering before the
eyes and roaring in the head. Sparks before the eyes, in the
dark. It seems as though a black veil were before the right
eye. Black floating points before the eyes. Dark objects and
spots before the eyes.
Clinical.—Very little successful use of Phosphorus has been
made in external affections of the eye. Its greatest sphere of
action is to be found in diseases of the fundus, especially when
the optic nerve and retina are involved.
In both disseminate and serous choroiditis benefit has been
derived from the use of Phos. In these cases there will
usually. be found photopsies or chromopsies ; in one case of
choroiditis disseminata, the latter were red in color. The fol
lowing rapidly progressing case of chorio-retinitis was re
ported in the N. Y. Jour. of Hom. by Dr. T. F. Allen:—"The
gentleman had been writing in a cellar by poor light for sev
eral months, and using tobacco to excess. Examination dis
closed atrophic spots in the choroid very marked, surrounded
by areolse of active inflammation; the retina hazy, blurred;
the optic disk red, somewhat swollen, with an indefined mar
gin.; the vitreous slightly turbid, with floating opacities. He
complained of a mist before vision, of pinkish globules before
vision, especially after a bright light; the outlines of objects
seemed uneven and wavering (trembling) ; on reading the let
ters looked red, especially by gaslight, and flashing of lights
before vision. The patient was weak and perspired very
easily, but otherwise in good health. Phosphorus200 removed
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first the red appearance 'of letters, and very speedily all
traces of acute progressive disease, leaving only the atrophied
spots, which will, of course, always remain. His vision rose
from ^ to -|, where it remains."
There seems to be no question that Phos. is a valuable
remedy in clearing up the vision and relieving many subjec
tive symptoms in old • cases of glaucoma after an iridectomy
has been made, as illustrated by the following cases:—In a case
of glaucoma after an iridectomy, the patient suffered from a
pulling as if something were pulled tight over the eye, with
spangles (white) around the gas and a boring in the eye ex
tending into the head. Phos. relieved the pulling sensation
and headache, and cleared up the vision.—T. F. A.
Case II.—Glaucoma simplex : W. C, colored, set. 31. Dura
tion of disease: Left eye, four years; right eye, two years.
Vision failed gradually. A greater portion of the iris in the left
eye had been removed by operations eighteen and six months
previously and that which remained was dilated to a rim ; a
large segment of the iris of the right eye had also been removed
sixteen months previous^. The corneas were slightly anses
thetic. The right anterior chamber was shallow, the left nor
mal. T. normal. The ophthalmoscope revealed "both optic
papillse almost totally white and most completely and exqui
sitely cupped; arteries reduced, veins not over normal in cali
bre; no pulsation." R. V., fingers at eight feet. L. V., fingers
counted only in close contact with the eye. The field of vision
of the left eye was contracted inwards, downwards and out
wards nearly to the point of fixation, while the field of the
right eye was concentrically contracted, especially inwards and
upwards. After using Phos. 1st or 3d for six months the test
of vision showed : R. V. %$. L. V. .$£$.—A. Wanstall.
In both hyperamiia and inflammation of the retina, favor
able results have been obtained from this remedy. In one
case it relieved very quickly a congestion of the retina, in
which the balls were sore on motion, no photophobia, pains
extending from the eyes to the top of the head.—T. F. A.
It may be called for in various forms of retinitis. It is es
pecially indicated in retinitis nyctalopia. From its patho
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genesis we are also led to believe that it will prove a valuable

addition to our list of remedies for retinitis albuminurica, and
soma experience seems to corroborate this view. The degener
ated condition of the blood-vessels found in retinitis apoplectica not
unfrequently requires the use of Phos. It not only seems to
aid in restoring the proper tone to the vessels but also appears
to hasten the absorption of the hemorrhages. (Compare with
Crotalus and Lachesis.) The hemorrhages may be confined
to the different layers of the retina or (as has occasionally been
the case) may have extended into the vitreous. The inflamma
tory symptoms are not usually prominent, the impairment of
vision and hemorrhages into the retina constituting the chief
symptoms. A hemorrhagic diathesis will often accompany
the eye indications (especially hemoptysis).
The symptom of " cherry red color before the vision," found in
optic neuritis and other diseases of the fundus, has been fre
quently relieved by this remedy.
In amaurosis and amblyopia, conditions in which "the
patient sees nothing or very little and the doctor also sees
nothing," the sight has often been greatly improved and even
entirely restored under the influence of Phosphorus. In one
case of complete loss of vision in the left eye, in which the
sight became normal under Phos.30, a marked symptom was,
that she could see better in the evening by candlelight. If the
cause of the impairment of vision can be traced to sexual ex
cesses this remedy should be first suggested, though it is often
palled for when no cause of the disturbed function can be dis
covered.
Benefit has been observed from its use in stopping the pro
gress of cataract, as in the case of an old lady, with incipient
and progressive hard cataract, in whose lens were hard,
white, convergent strife with diffuse haziness; she complained
that on reading the letters seemed as if printed in red ink, al
though the paper looked white and natural. V. -£$. Under
Phosphorus the haziness disappeared, no more strise appeared,
and in six months the vision improved to ^f.—T. F. A.
Rapidly increasing myopia has been checked in its progress
by this drug.—T. F. A.

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The value of this remedy in paralysis of the muscles (so

highly recommended by some) I have not had occasion to
verify, though can readily understand that it may be useful,
especially when general indications point to its use.
The following symptoms, observed in an excessively hyper
metropic person, were quickly relieved: Mistiness before the
vision with attacks of vanishing of sight; eyes so weak must
close them; baHs seem large, difficult to get the lids over
them ; lids agglutinated.—T. F. A.
In weakness of the internal recti muscles it has been found
indicated, as in a case of asthenopia muscularis, in which
there was pain and stiffness of the eye-balls on moving them
and at times a feeling of heat in the eyes as after looking at a
fire (Nat. mur.).—T. F. A.

PHYSOSTIGMA.
Twitching of lids. Drawing, twisting sensation in the eyes.
Sharp shooting and drawing sensation in the right eye. Eyes
are sore, and give pain when moved from side to side. Eyes
smart; lids feel sore. The muse. internus seems not to do its
work rightly, and the axis of the eyes differs in each. Felt film
over the eyes, and blur; objects mixed; after which dull pain
over the eyes, and between the eyes. Eyes feel weak. Pain
in the eyeballs.
Contraction of the pupils. Spasm of the accommodation, which
may be irregular, producing astigmatism. Myopia. Muscge
volitantes. The accommodation recovers before the pupil.
Clinical.—Calabar bean, being one of our most prominent
myotics and antagonistic in its action to Atropine, has been
often employed to overcome the ill effects of Atropine when
used for purposes of examination, etc. Its action, however, is
so short that frequent instillations are necessary to thoroughly
counteract the effects of the mydriatic.
It has been used as a mechanical aid in tearing adhesions
of the iris, especially to the cornea, and in cases of deep ulcer
ation of the cornea when at the periphery, so that if perfora
tion occurs the pupillary edge of the iris will not be drawn into
the opening.
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It has also been of service, used locally, in paralysis of the

accommodation and dilatation of the pupils consequent upon
loss of power of the oculo-motor nerve.
Its usefulness is not confined to its mechanical power, for
when given internally upon physiological principles and ac
cording to the law of "similia " it is valuable.
Twitching of the lids should direct our attention to this
drug, especially if combined with spasm of the ciliary muscle.
In one case- in which there was twitching around the eyes, pa
tient could not read at all without much pain, frontal head
ache aggravated by any light, Physostigma gave quick re
lief.
Dr. W. H. Woodyatt, adopting the theory, that myopia in a
great majority of cases is due to spasm of the ciliary muscle or
at least that its increase depends upon this cause, gave Physo
stigma 2nd dec., in several cases with excellent results, often re
ducing the degree of myopia very perceptibly, and even in
some cases restoring the vision entirely. The symptoms of ir
ritation, pain after using the eyes, musci volitantes, flashes of light,
etc., which might lead us to suspect spasm of the accommoda
tion, were usually present and were soon relieved ; while in
other cases no symptoms of irritation were to be perceived,
still the administration of Physostigma was followed by favor
able results. The above observations have been frequently ver
ified in practice, though hardly to the extent first reported by
W. Its action in these conditions is very similar to Jaborandi,
though I do not believe it to be as commonly indicated as the
latter in irritability of the ciliary muscle.
It has been useful in paresis of the accommodation after
diphtheria, and in muscular asthenopia.^J. H. Buffum.
Eseririe, an alkaloid of Calabar bean, has of late been em
ployed very extensively in ophthalmic practice.
Laqueur, of Strassburg, first recommended the instillations of
Eserine in the treatment of glaucoma (Archiv fiir Ophthalmo
logic, xxiii., 3). Since then it has been used by most oculists,
with varying success. There is no doubt that in some cases it
may relieve the intra-ocular tension temporarily, if not per
manently. Its action is chiefly, if not wholly, mechanical;
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by acting upon the muscular tissue of the vessels, it causes a

contraction in their calibre, or, as is more probable, by draw
ing away the iris from the angle of the anterior chamber, the
filtration passages are opened and so excretion accelerated. It
should not be substituted for iridectomy, however, but be re
served for exceptional cases, as, for instance, when the opera
tion must be postponed for one reason or another, or when the
tension increases after an iridectomy, or in some case of sec
ondary glaucoma.
The following case, in which Eserine proved beneficial is of
interest :—A woman had a cataractous lens dislocated into the
anterior chamber by a blow on the temple, two days previously.
There was conjunctival irritation, much photophobia and lach-
rymation, with severe throbbing pain in eye and right side of
head. The tension of the eyeball was increased. "I decided
to remove the lens at once, and succeeded, after some difficulty,
in doing so. During the next twenty-four hours the tension
remained normal and the wound tended to heal kindly. On
the second morning following the removal of the lens she com
plained greatly of pain, which had kept her awake during the
night and still continued. The upper lid was swollen and
cedematous. The borders of the cut for a space of two or three
lines were hazy and infiltrated, a slight stringy and mucous
discharge had occurred and the tension of the eyeball had
again increased. A solution of Eserine ^ff, one drop every
two hours, was instilled into the eye, and Eserine, the 3d tritu
ration, a dose every two hours, was prescribed. In the course
of twenty-four hours the tendency to sloughing had ceased, and
a rapid recovery followed."—D. B. Hunt.
Eserine has been recommended by prominent specialists of
the old school for a variety of ocular diseases, as conjunctivitis
purulenta; keratitis, especially suppurative; kerato-conus ;
asthenopia, muscular and accommodative, etc.

PHYTOLACCA DECANDRA.
Eyelids agglutinated and oedematous. Reddish blue swell
ing of the eyelids, worse on the left side and in the morning.
Eyes inflamed. Lachrymation.
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Aching pain along the lower half of the right orbit. Pressure
around the eyes, in the afternoon, as if the eyes were too large.
Smarting and sandy feeling in the eyes. Lids feel as if gran
ulated, and the tarsal edges have a scalded, hot feeling, as if
raw. Photophobia.
Clinical.—There is a comparatively rare form of orbital
cellulitis in which Phytolacca is a remedy of great value. The
inflammation is slow in its course and not attended by severe
pain. The infiltration into the cellular tissue of the orbit is
very pronounced ; hard and unyielding to touch. The eyelids are
reddish-blue, hard and swollen. The eyeball is pressed forward
and its mobility impaired or lost entirely. There is chemosis
and more or less dull aching pain, lachrymation and photo
phobia.
It has been employed with some success in ameliorating, if
not curing, malignant ulcers of the lids, as lupus and epithe
lioma.
A very interesting case of suppurative choroiditis (panoph
thalmitis) in the right eye of a child, after a needle operation
for cataract, occurred in Dr. Liebold's clinic. The lids were
enormously swollen, very hard and red, conjunctiva injected,
chemosis, anterior chamber filled with pus and cornea tending
towards suppuration ; child pale, weak and restless. Phyto
lacca was prescribed, externally and internally. Rapid subsi
dence of all the inflammatory symptoms followed its use.
In orbital cellulitis and panophthalmitis Rhus tox. should
be compared with Phytolacca. The former, however, more
often corresponds to the symptomatology of these diseases, as
the symptoms are more intense, pain more severe and inflam
mation more active under Rhus than under Phytolacca. The
lids are also cedematously swollen and lachrymation profuse in
Rhus while they are hard, bluish-red and swollen in Phyto.

PLANTAGO MAJOR.
Clinical.— Ciliary neuralgia from decayed teeth has been re
lieved by this drug. " In one case, there was a dull heavy
ache in the left eye, with exquisite tenderness of the ball;
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left upper incisor decayed. Plantago relieved promptly." —

J. H. BUFFUM.

PRUNUS SPINOSA.
A sharp pain beginning in the right side of the forehead,
shooting like lightning through the brain and coming out at
the occiput. Pain in the right eyeball, as if the inner portion
of the eye would be torn out.
Clinical.—Asa remedy for ciliary neuralgia, whether origi
nating from some diseased condition of the eye or not, there
are few, if any, drugs more often called for than Prunus.
The character of the pains will furnish our chief indica
tions; thus we have pain in the eyeball as if it were crushed
or wrenched, or pain as if pressed asunder; again we often find .
the pain of a sharp, shooting character extending through the
eye back into the brain, or this sharp pain may be seated
above the eye extending into and around it or over the cor
responding side of the head. Sometimes the pain will com
mence behind the ears and shoot forward to the eye, but, as
already remarked, it is generally of this sharp piercing charac
ter. Motion usually aggravates, and rest relieves, the severity
of the pains. The pains are occasionally periodic in character,
and may be worse at night.
These pains, to which Prunus is adapted, are especially
found in disorders of the internal structures of tne eye,
therefore it has been given in many of these cases with marked
benefit. Particularly in sclerotico-choroiditis post. have good
results been obtained in stopping the progress of the disease.
Dr. O'Connor, who first brought this drug into notice in
ophthalmic affections, says. he has used it with benefit in the
following cases:—"Two cases of chorio-retinitis in myopic
patients, with sclerectasia posterior, and fluidity of the vitreous
with floating opacities in it (hemorrhagic). One case of irido-
choroiditis, no fluidity of the vitreous and no floating opaci
ties. Another case of irido-cyclitis with anterior synechise.
Also once in an old lady, set. 76, who had paralysis of the
right side, and cornea nearly opaque, with excessive conges
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tion of the superficial and deep vessels of the conjunctiva and

sclerotic. " In all these cases the pains were the chief indica
tions.
Other cases of choroiditis, either with or without retinal com
plication, have heen quickly relieved and the vision restored,
so far as possible in the degenerated condition of the tissues.
The opacities and haziness of the vitreous occurring during
the course of choroideal troubles, have been known to disap
pear under Prunus, when given in accordance with the usual
indications.

PSORINUM.
Ophthalmia, with pressing pains, as if sand were in the eyes.
Soreness of the eyes and burning, she has to close them con
stantly. The eyes become gummy. Lachrymation.
Burning, pressing pains in the eyes. Stitches in the eyes.
Itching of the lids, especially in the canthi. •
Vision blurred. Fiery sparks before the eyes.
Clinical.—As one of our antipsorics, this remedy occupies
an important position in the treatment of many ophthalmic
disorders, dependent upon scrofula.
Cases of ciliary blepharitis, especially if of a chronic recurrent
nature, are often amenable to this drug ; they are usually old
chronic cases with no marked local symptoms to govern us in
the selection of the remedy. Inflammation of the lids, of a
more acute character, as when the internal surface has become
much congested, and combined with great photophobia so that
the child cannot open the eyes, but lies constantly on the face;
has been cured.
In old recurrent cases of pustular inflammation of the cor
nea and conjunctiva, most benefit seems to have been gained.
The chronic nature, recurrent form and scrofulous basis are
our chief indications.
A case of serous choroiditis, occurring in a young lady,
about twenty-one, was greatly improved under its use. There
was some ciliary congestion, and great haziness of the vitreous
so that the optic nerve was only discerned with great difficulty,
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and then was found decidedly hypersemic, as was the whole

fundus. Some headache was present, especially in the morn
ing; also a profuse sweating of the palms of the hands all the
time.

PULSATILLA.
Objective.— The margin of the lower lid is inflamed and swol
len, with lachrymation, in the morning. Stye on the lid, with in
flammation of the white of the eye, now in one, now in the other
canthus, with drawing-tensive pains in the eyes on moving the
muscles of the face, and with ulcerated nostrils. The inner
canthus seems agglutinated with matter, in the morning. The
eyelids are agglutinated in the morning. Lachrymation in the cold
open air. The eyes are full of water in the wind. The eyes
are full of water; they lachrymate; blear eyed. A red {in
flamed) spot on the white of the eye, near the cornea.
Subjective.—Dryness of the lids. A biting pain and a sen
sation of soreness in the inner canthus. Pressive pain in the
inner canthus. Violent sticking in the eyelids and canthi, in
the evening. Itching (biting) and burning in the lids, in the even
ing. Itching in the inner canthi, like the healing of an ulcer,
in the evening after sundown ; after rubbing, there is a pres
sive, fine sticking pain. Dryness of the eye, and a sensation
in the morning as if a foreign body were pressing in it. Dry
ness of the right eye, and a sensation as if mucus were hang
ing before the eye, that obscured the vision and that could be
wiped away, in the evening. Pressure, as from sand, in the eye
when reading. Pressive pain in the eyes, as if there were heat
in them. Pressive pain in the left eye. A pressive-bufning
pain in the eyes. Pressive-burning pain in the eye, as if a
hair were in it. Burning and itching in the eyes, that provoke
rubbing and scratching. Itching-sticking in the eyes, that pro
vokes scratching. Itching of the eyes.
Vision.—Dimness of vision. Dimness before the eyes and
lachrymation in the open air. Weak vision. Dimness of vision,
like a fog before the eyes. Obscuration of vision, with inclina
tion to vomit and paleness of the face. Dizzy obscuration o f

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vision after sitting, on rising and beginning to walk about.

Obscuration of vision, like a fog before the eyes, on rising from
a seat and walking. Transient obscuration of vision. It
seems dark before the eyes, in the morning, on rising from
bed. 'During the menses it became Mack before the eyes, and she
felt worse on going into a warm room.
Clinical.—This remedy is very frequently indicated in a
great variety of diseases of the eye, but in its selection we are
governed in a great measure by the temperament and general
symptoms of the patient. Those eye troubles, especially the
superficial, found in the negro race, as well as those occurring in
the mild tearful female, seem to be particularly amenable to Pul
satilla.
Its action upon the lachrymal sac is very decided. No rem
edy is more frequently needed in the early stages of acute
phlegmonous dacryocystitis than Pulsatilla. It will, sometimes,
abort the inflammation and prevent the formation of pus, even
when the swelling at the inner angle of the eye is extensive,
sensitive to touch and involves both lids. It may be useful
throughout the whole course of the disease. For blennorrhceal
inflammation of the lachrymal sac it is also valuable, espe
cially if the discharge is profuse, yellow-white, thick and. bland,
and occurring in a Pulsatilla temperament. It has appeared
to be particularly called for, in affections of the lachrymal sac
found in children. .
For blepharitis, both acute and chronic, it is a valuable
remedy, especially, if there is inflammation of the glands of the
lids, both meibomian and sebaceous (blepharadenitis) ; also in
cases of blepharitis in which there is a great tendency to the
formation Of styes or abscesses on the margin of the lids. It is
called for in blepharitis resulting from indulgence in high liv
ing or fat food, and if accompanied by acne of the face. The
swelling and redness of the lids vary in different instances, as
does also the discharge, though more frequently we find profuse
secretions, which cause agglutination of the lids in the morning.
The sensations experienced are usually of an itching, burning
character, and are aggravated in the evening, in a warm room,
or in a cool draught of air, but ameliorated in the cool open air.
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If prescribed early in the treatment of styes (hordeola) it

will, in the majority of cases, cause them to abort without the
formation of pus. It is especially adapted to the attack per se,
but may be of service in preventing the recurrence of succes
sive crops.
In tarsal tumors, especially of recent origin, subject to in
flammation, or when accompanied by a catarrhal condition of
the eye, help has been derived from its use.
Spasmodic action of the lids, with lachrymation and photo
phobia, has been relieved.
Pulsatilla has been successfully employed in a great variety
of conjunctival and corneal affections. It is often the remedy
for simple catarrhal conjunctivitis, especially the acute form
(though also useful in the chronic), either resulting from a cold,
from bathing, an attack of measles, or other cause ; if there is
present, a variable amount of redness, even in some cases
chemosis, burning, itching or sticking pain in the eye; usually worse
in the evening, when out in the wind, and after reading, but
relieved in. the cool open air. The lachrymation may be profuse
by day, with purulent discharge at night, though generally a
moderately profuse muco-purulent discharge of a whitish color,
and bland character, which agglutinates the lids in the morn
ing, is to be found. Catarrhal conditions of the conjunctiva,
dependent upon gastric disturbances, may also require this
remedy.
In purulent ophthalmia, benefit will frequently be derived
from this drug if the discharge is profuse and bland, and the
concomitant symptoms also indicate its selection. The form
of purulent ophthalmia found in new-born children (ophthalmia
neonatorum'*, has been greatly benefited, even in some in
stances well marked cases have been cured without the use of
any other drug. It seems, however, especially useful in this
trouble as an intercurrent remedy during the treatment by
Argentum nitricum, for often when the improvement is at a
stand-still, a few doses of Pulsatilla will materially hasten the
progress of the cure.
It has been employed with some success in trachoma, usu
ally uncomplicated with pannus. The granulations are gener-

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ally very fine ; eye sometimes dry or may be bathed in an

excessive secretion of bland mucus. There may also be sore
ness of the ball to touch, and itching or pain in the eye, worse
in the evening, and better in the cool air or by cold applica
tions. It is especially adapted to cases occurring in ansemic
amenorrhoeic females.
Another large class of superficial ophthalmic disorders, in
which Pulsatilla is particularly useful, is to be found in scro
fulous ophthalmia, phlyctenular conjunctivitis . or keratitis.
Here it has proved one of our sheet anchors in the treatment,
especially if the pustules are on the conjunctiva. The dread
of light is usually moderate in degree, though may be absent.
The lachrymation is not acrid, but more abundant in the open
air, while the other discharges may be very moderate or pro
fuse, thick, white or yellow, and bland. The pains are more
often of a pressing, stinging character, though vary greatly.
The lids may be swollen, but are not excoriated, though sub
ject. to styes. The eyes feel worse on getting warm from exercise,
or in a warm room, and generally in the evening, but are relieved
in the open air, and by cold applications. The concomitant
symptoms of ear disorders, thirstlessness, gastric derangement,
and amenorrhcea, must be taken into consideration.
Pulsatilla has been successfully given in ulcers of the
cornea, especially, if superficial and resulting from phlycten
ules. Excellent results have also followed its use in those small
ulcers, which prove so intractable to treatment, occurring near
the center of the cornea, with no vascular supply, especially, if
found in strumous subjects, with phlyctenules on the cornea
or conjunctiva. The photophobia and pain are usually con
siderable in these cases.
In a case of conical cornea occurring in a colored girl, set. 23,
with occasional shooting pain through the right eye, fingers
could only be counted at four feet with right eye and ten feet
with left eye. Two months afterwards, under Puls.30, she was
able to count fingers at seven feet with the right eye and
twenty feet with the left eye.
A case of episcleritis, circumscribed, situated between the
superior and external recti muscles, was very promptly re
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lieved by this remedy. It occurred in a man, highly myopic;

the sclera was slightly bulged, and some itching-sticking pain
in the ball, with dimness of vision. His eyes always felt much
better in the open air.
This drug may occasionally be required in idiopathic iritis,
especially in young girls with delayed and scanty menstrua
tion. More often indicated in the colored race.
Its influence upon choroideal affections was illustrated in a
case of hypersemia of the choroid consequent upon hyperopia.
The patient could not look long at any object; was subject to
severe neuralgic headaches extending into the eyes; head felt
full and congested; was a great tea drinker. Puls. effected a
cure.—T. F. A.
Payr recommends this drug in sub-acute cases of choroiditis
in persons subject to arthritis vaga, venous hypersemia of the
capillaries, pressing, tearing and throbbing pain in the head,
with heaviness and vertigo, dull sight, photophobia, and fiery
circles before the eyes. Females with mild and yielding dis
position, scanty and delayed menstruation.
The value of Pulsatilla in hypersemia and inflammation of
the optic nerve and retina is not, I believe, fully appreciated.
Its marvellous results and indications for selection are well
illustrated in the following cases:—A clerk complained of a
sensation, as of a veil before his eyes, especially in the bright
light, together with headache when in the store, relieved in the open
air. V. 1$, difficulty. The ophthalmoscope revealed decided
injection of the retinal vessels, halo around the macula lutea
and hypersemia of the optic nerve, more marked in the right
eye. Within a week, under Puls.30, the hypersemic ring around
the macula, dimness of vision and headache were relieved.
The second case was of so much interest that it will be given
in full as published in Trans. of Oph. and Otol. Soc., 1879. Neur
itis N. 0. (choked disc). Carl H , set. 32, barber, applied to
me at New York Ophthalmic Hospital November 26th, 1878, on
account of loss of sight. Reports that his sight had always
been good till five days ago, when it began to fail in his right
eye; since then, has been rapidly growing worse, until now
can see very little with this eye ; within the last twenty-four

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hours has noticed a blur coming over the left eye. Has not
been well for some time; four weeks ago had a "kidney trou
ble," though cannot tell what it was; also for five weeks has had
an almost constant pain in the forehead, which at times becomes
most intense, seeming as if it would drive him crazy. This pain is
always much better in the open air. His appetite is good
and he feels well in every other way. He is of a light com-
lexion and nervous temperament. Status prsesens. R. V.,
fingers at four feet. L. V. f$-. Nothing abnormal externally.
Media clear. R. E.—Optic papilla shows the characteristic
appearances of " stauungs papilla ; " disc very much swollen,
reddish-gray and striated; outlines ill defined; veins engorged,
and covered here and there by the exudation. Retina very
little involved, and macula lutea apparently normal. L. E.—
Similar changes beginning, swelling of nerve entrance, espe
cially of inner two-thirds, veins enlarged, arteries about norm- •
al and partially hidden by the swelling. Examination of
the urine gave a slight trace of albumen. Heart's action
normal. Admitted him to the hospital, put him to bed and
gave Bell.3
Dec. 3d.—Having found that his headache seemed to be in
creased while in bed, have allowed him to be up for the past two
or three days and take exercise in the open air, which always
relieves the severe pain in the head. The vision remains the
same, as well as the ophthalmoscopic appearances. B. Puls.30
Dec. 5th.—R. V., fingers at ten feet. L. V. f$. Swell
ing of optic disc decidedly less. Headache has been better,
though had a severe attack this morning. Repeat.
Dec. 11th.—Only a very little swelling of nerve entrances.
The headache is greatly improved, though seems to be moder
ately severe every second day. Vision not tested as it was
dark when examined. Discharged from hospital. Continue
medicine.
Dec. 13th.—R. V. |J. L. V. f#.
Dec. 18th.—R. V. ff. L. V. f$. Only slight haziness around
the optic papilla. Continue.
Dec. 30th.—R. V. f$. L. V. §-$-. Headache only occasionally.
No ophthalmoscopic appearances that would lead one to sus
pect that an engorged papilla had been present.
 154 RANUNCULUS BULBOSUS—RHODODENDRON.

In a case of immature hard cataract with blurring of the

sight, especially in the forenoon, and some conjunctival irrita
tion, the progress was checked and vision improved under
Puls.200—A. Wanstall.
Accommodative asthenopia, with much aching sensation in
the eyes after using; also darting pains in the eyes after sew
ing, in asthenopia from general prostration; have been cured.
—T. F. A. "

RANUNCULUS BULBOSUS.
Sensation of burning soreness in the right lower lid. Smart
ing and feeling of soreness in the outer canthus of the right
eye. Smarting in the eyes. Sore smarting within the right
eye. Smarting in the eyes, as from smoke. Violent pressing
pains in the eyeballs, at times in one, at times in the other.
Painfulness of the right eyeball. Mist before the eyes.
Clinical. —Ranunculus was found indicated in one case of
herpes zoster supra-orbitalis, with bluish-black vesicles, high
fever and the usual pains accompanying this disease. The
success consequent upon the use of the drug was exceedingly
brilliant.

RHODODENDRON.
Dilatation of the pupils. Periodical burning in the eyes
without inflammation. Burning pain in the eyes; when read
ing or writing he has a feeling of heat in the eyes.
Clinical.—Very marked and satisfactory results were ob
tained from Rhod. in the following case:—A man, about 40,
complained of gradual failure of sight, accompanied by period
ically recurring pains of the most violent character, involving
the eyeball, extending to orbit and head, always worse at the ap
proach of a storm, and ameliorated when the storm broke out.
The patient had a strongly marked rheumatic diathesis, other
wise general good health. On examination, the pupils were
noticed to be somewhat dilated and sluggish. 'T. -(- 1 in both
eyes. Pulsation of the retinal veins, but no excavation of the

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optic nerve. Field of vision not circumscribed. Hm.j1,. Vision

improved by glasses, but could not be brought above ff. The
ability to use the eyes was greatly improved by convex 36, and
afterward by convex 24. but the attacks of pain continued to
recur and his vision suffered sensible impairment from every
attack. These pains were promptly relieved under Rhod., so
that within six months he was entirely relieved of the attacks,
though he has continued to keep the medicine by him for
several years. His vision has gradually improved, so that it
is now fully $f—T. F. A.
In insufficiency of the internal recti muscles (asthenopia
muscularis), benefit has been derived, as was well marked in
a case, in which darting pains like arrows through the eye
from the head, always worse before a storm, was an accom
panying symptom.—T. F. A.
Ciliary neuralgia, in which the pains are always aggravated
before a storm, will usually be relieved by Rhododendron.

RHUS TOXICODENDRON.
Objective.—Inflammation of the lids. A red, hard swelling,
like a stye, on the left lower lid, toward the inner canthus,
with pressive pain. Great swelling of the lids. The eyes are
red and agglutinated with matter, in the morning. Relaxa
tion of the eyelids, with puffiness of lids and hot flushed face.
Heaviness and stiffness of the lids, like a paralysis, as if it were dif
ficult to move the lids. Lachrymation in the evening, with
burning pain. Weeping eyes. Inflammation of the eyes. The
white of the eye is red in the morning, with burning pressure
in it.
Subjective.—Drawing and tearing in the region of the
brows and in the malar bones. Very sore around the right eye.
Violent burning, itching and prickling in the swollen eyelids.
Burning in the inner canthus of the right eye. Itching in the
eyes, on exerting vision. Aching in the eyes. Her left eye
felt enormously swollen and enlarged. Pressive pain in the
eyes. Pressure as if dust were in the eye. Sharp pains run
from the eyes into the head. Biting as from something sharp
156 RHUS TOXICODENDRON.

and acid in the right eye. Biting in the eyes; in the morn
ing the eyes are agglutinated with matter. When he turns the
eye or presses upon it, the eyeball is sore, he can scarcely turn it.
Vision. —Sensation of a veil before the eyes, she could not
see well. Extreme confusion of sight. Great obscurity of vis
ion. Objects were seen double.
Clinical.—The clinical application of this drug in diseases
of the eye is extensive and merits careful consideration. It is
Of value in many ophthalmic disorders, but it seems especially
adapted to the severer forms of the inflammatory process, in
which there is a great tendency to suppuration, or even when
the formation of pus has already taken place.
For orbital cellulitis, it is a remedy of the first importance,
and will no doubt be oftener called for than any other drug,
whatever may be the origin of the trouble (whether traumatic
or not), as the picture of the disease corresponds very closely
to the symptomatology of the drug, and experience has proven
the truth of the assertion that it is the remedy for the treat
ment of this dangerous malady. Some alarming cases of this
disease have been promptly arrested by this drug. In one
case, one eye was entirely lost and had been operated upon
with a view of providing free exit for the suppurative process,
and the disease was making alarming and rapid progress in
the other eye. Rhus1 speedily arrested its progress.
Epiphora of long standing, with no apparent stricture of
the lachrymal duct, was immediately relieved under Rhus30.
It will be seen from a study of the symptoms which Rhus
produces upon the palpebral, that its curative power is chiefly
exerted upon those symptoms of the lids which are dependent
upon inflammation of the deeper structures. However, we
may often find it a valuable remedy in uncomplicated blepha
ritis, especially of the acute form, if there is a tendency to the
formation of an abscess and the lids are ccdematously swollen, ac
companied by profuse lachrymation and pains which are worse
at night and relieved by warm applications.
We also occasionally find it useful in chronic inflammation
of the lids, in which there is puffiness of the lids and face, en
largement of the meibomian glands, falling out of the cilise,

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itching and biting in the lids, sensation of dryness of the eyes

and burning in the internal canthus, with acrid lachrymation
in the morning and in the open air, or as is more commonly
the case, constant profuse lachrymation which may be acrid
or not.
Simple oedema of the lids has been relieved. (Compare
Apis, Ars. and Kali carb.)
In erysipelas of the lids, of spontaneous or traumatic ori
gin, it is a very important aid in the treatment, if there is
cedematous erysipelatous swelling of the lids and face, with
small watery vesicles scattered over the surface, and drawing
pains in the cheek and head.
In any of these cases in which the lids are affected, there is
frequently spasmodic closure with profuse lachrymation upon open
ing them, which more than ever points to the employment of
Rhus.
Ptosis has been relieved under this remedy; it is probably
adapted to that variety caused from exposure to cold or wet
(Caust.).
Simple conjunctivitis caused from exposure to wet, or aggra
vated in damp weather (Calc.), frequently calls for Rhus, es
pecially if there is much chemosis with some photophobia, pro
fuse lachrymation and cedematous swelling of the lids.
In severe cases of conjunctivitis granulosa with pannus, the
intensity of the symptoms may occasionally be relieved by the
use of this remedy, and possibly a cure be effected.
Rhus may in rare cases be found serviceable in ophthalmia
neonatorum, if the lids are red, oedematously swollen and
spasmodically closed. There will also be restlessness at night
and other concomitant symptoms.
In ulcers and pustules of the cornea, Rhus has been often
employed with success, especially in the latter and superficial
forms of ulceration, in which the photophobia is very great, so
that the patient lies constantly on the face. The lachrymation
is very profuse, so that the tears gush out on opening the spasmodi
cally closed lids, which are usually much swollen, especially
the upper. The conjunctiva is quite red; chemosis. The skin
of the face around the eye is often covered with a Rhus erup
158 RHUS TOXICODENDRON.

Uoti. The remedy is especially suitable to persons of a rheu

matic diathesis. The symptoms are usually worse at night,
after midnight, and in damp weather, therefore the patients
are restless at night and disturbed by bad dreams.
Its action, however, is not confined to the superficial variety
of keratitis, as great benefit has been observed from its use in
suppuration of the cornea, especially if consequent upon cataract
extraction.
In simple idiopathic or rheumatic iritis, this drug has proved
serviceable, especially in those cases resulting from exposure
to wet, or if the predisposing cause can be referred to a rheu
matic diathesis.
Mydriasis from exposure to cold and dampness, has been re
lieved by Rhus.
Its grandest sphere of action is to be found in suppurative
iritis, or in the still more severe cases in which the inflammatory
process has involved the remainder of the uveal tract (ciliary body
and choroid), especially if of traumatic origin as after cataract
extraction. As a remedy in this dangerous form of inflam
mation of the eye it stands unrivalled, no other drug having,
as yet, been found equal to it in importance in this serious
malady. The symptoms of the drug will be seen to corre
spond very closely to a great majority of the cases. The lids
are red, swollen and wdematous, especially the upper, and spasmodi
cally closed, with profuse gushes of hot tears upon opening them;
sac-like swelling af the conjunctiva and yellow purulent, mucous
discharge; pain in and around the eye; swelling of the cheek
and surrounding parts, besides the usual concomitant symp
toms. For suppurative inflammation of a part or whole of
the uveal tract of non-traumatic origin, Rhus has been known
.to restore the eye "ad integrum ;" even if the formation of pus
has already taken place, it may cause its absorption. We
also think from experience that it serves, to a certain extent,
to prevent suppurative inflammation after severe operations
upon the eye, though do not by any means consider it a sure
preventive.*
* Note — If most prompt results are not found from the higher potencies in a
few hours, the first should be resorted to. This is a most important note to make,
for not a moment can he lost in arresting the disease, nor can we aflbrd to pioduce
an aggravation in a sensitive suhject with large doses.
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In paresis or paralysis of any of the muscles of the eye

ball, resulting from rheumatism, exposure to cold or getting
the feet wet, this remedy is very useful and should be com
pared with Causticum in frequency of indication.
The' symptomatology of Rhus and Apis are somewhat
similar, but the latter is not as frequently indicated in severe
inflammations of the deep structures, which tend toward sup
puration, as the former. The Apis patient is drowsy and
thirstless, while the Rhus patient is restless and thirsty
(Arsen.).
Rhus radicans has been employed with great success in
scrofulous ophthalmia, in which the same symptoms are pres
ent which have been given under Rhus tox.

RUTA GRAYEOLENS.
Cramp in the lower lid, the tarsal cartilage is drawii back
and forth, and after this ceases water runs from both eyes for
an hour and a half.
Subjective —Pressure deep in the orbits. Pain as from a
bruise in the orbicular cartilages. Stitches in the left frontal
bone, only while reading. Pressure over the eye-brow. Itching
in the inner canthi and on the lower lids, that after rubbing
became a biting, so that the eye filled with water. Burning
beneath the left eye. Sensation of heat and fire in the eyes, and
aching while reading (in the evening, by the light). Slight pain
like a pressure in the right eye, with obscuration of vision, as
if one had looked too long and intently at an object, which
distressed the eye. Pressure on the inner surface of the left
eye, with profuse lachrymation. The eyes feel fatigued, as after
reading too long. Weary pain in the eyes while reading.
Vision. — Vision very weak, as if the eyes were excessively
strained. Objects seem dim before the eyes, as if a shadow
were flitting before it.
Clinical.—Ruta has been of service in a case of choroiditis
in a myope, resulting from over-straining the eyes. There
was much pain in the eyes on trying to look at objects, heat in
the eye (though it seems cold) and twitching in the eyeballs.
—T. F. A.
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Under the use of this drug the vision has been restored, in
amblyopia dependent upon over-exertion of the eyes in anoma
lies of refraction, or even when no cause has been apparent.
Its chief value is to be found in the relief of asthenopia, in
which it is a remedy of the first importance. It is more often
indicated in weakness of the ciliary muscle than of the internal
recti. Such asthenopic symptoms as heat and aching in and
over the eyes, feeling as if the eyes were balls of fire at night,
blurring of the vision, letters seem to run together, and
lachrymation, which are caused or always made worse by
straining the eyes at fine work or too much reading ; are often
relieved by a few doses of Ruta.
We must, of course, remember that a great majority of
these cases are dependent upon anomalies in the refraction or
accommodation, which render the proper selection of glasses
absolutely necessary before we can ameliorate the asthenopic
symptoms.
In comparing the usual remedies employed in asthenopia,
it will be found that Conium and Arg. nitr. are very similar
in their action to Ruta; all three are especially called for in
accommodative asthenopia. Conium has more photophobia
and Arg. nitr. more tendency to catarrhal symptoms than
Ruta. The asthenopic symptoms, which Nat. mur. relieves,
are more commonly dependent upon muscular asthenopia.

SANGUINARIA.
Redness of the eyes in the morning. Lachrymation. Burn
ing dryness in the eyes. Pain over the eyes. Dilatation of
the pupils.
Clinical.—Benefit has been derived from its employment in
blepharadenitis, with a feeling of dryness under the upper lid
and burning in the edges of the lids, with accumulation of
mucus in the eye in the morning.
Acute conjunctivitis, with excessive redness and numerous
ecchymoses in the conjunctiva. tending towards trachoma,
with moderate discharge and some pain in the eye, has been
speedily cured by the local use of Sanguinaria (gtt. x : aq. c.
Sj).

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SECALE CORNUTUM.
Cataracts, both hard and soft. Eyes sunken and surrounded
with a blue margin. Dilatation of the pupils. Dimness of
vision.
Clinical.—Favorable results were obtained from Secale in
a case of suppuration of the cornea, aggravated by warm ap
plications.—C. A. Bacon.
The unquestionable production of cataract by this drug,
should suggest its use in checking the progress of this disease.
From a study of the general action of Secale it is recom
mended for retinitis diabetica.

SENEGA.
Weakness of the eyes, with slight burning and lachryma-
tion. Weakness of the eyes when reading, with lachrymation
on exerting them too much. When looking at an object in
tently or permanently, the eyes tremble and run. Aching
pain over the orbits. Drawing and pressure in the eyeballs,
with diminution of visual power.
Vision.—Weakness of sight and flickering before the eyes
when reading, obliging one to wipe them often. Objects look
shaded. While reading the eyes feel dazzled ; this makes read
ing difficult. Flickering before the eyes and weakness of sight,
when continuing to read or write. When walking towards
the setting sun he seemed to see another smaller sun hover be
low the other, assuming a somewhat oval shape, when looking
down, disappearing on bending the head backwards and on closing
the eyes. Flickering and running together of letters when
reading.
Clinical.—The action of Senega upon the lids is very
marked in the provings. This, together with its marked action
upon general mucous surfaces, renders its use in catarrhal oph
thalmia obvious, as also in blepharitis, in which there is smart
ing and dry crusts on the lids, especially in the morning.
Very marked improvement was observed from this drug,
in an old case of opacities in the vitreous. Within three
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months the vitreous had cleared to such an extent that the

vision had increased from counting fingers at ten feet, to -f^,
and was still improving under Senega'.—A. Wanstall.
Senega is of great importance in promoting the absorption
of lens fragments after cataract operations or injuries to the
lens.
In addition to and corresponding with the general muscu
lar laxity, we find remarkable symptoms of paralysis of the
muscles of the eye. It has proved most brilliantly curative in
paresis of the left oculo-motor nerve, with paralysis of the su
perior 'rectus muscle, in which the patient could only see
clearly by bending the head backwards, as this position re
lieved the confusion of double vision which caused him to
take missteps. The upper lid was very weak, falling half over
the eye; difficult convergence; weak back; deficient muscular
power; subject to bilious headaches. Senega200, a dose every
twenty-four hours, was given. Double vision was better in a
few days. Cured in a few weeks.—T. F. A.
In paresis of the superior oblique it has also been of decided
service.

SEPIA.
Objective. — Lachrymation, morning and evening. Lachry-
mation in the open air. Drooping of the eyelids, with the
dull headache. Agglutination of the eyelids. A red herpetic
spot on the upper eyelid, scaly and peeling off. Pustules on the
conjunctiva of the left eye. A swelling in the eyes, burning, and
a flow of tears which affords relief. Inflammation of the eyes,
with redness of the whites; stitching and pressure therein.
Redness of the white of the eye in the morning on awaking,
with burning, smarting, and pressure. The eyes feel tired and
look injected.
Subjective.—Eyelids heavy, with much frontal pain. Heat
and dryness of the margins of the lids. The eyelids pain on
awaking as if too heavy. Great itching of the margins of the
lids. Both eyes feel heavy and the lids are inclined to close.
Pain in the eyes several times, with headache and heat in the
 sepia. 163

eyes. In the evening, after walking in the cold wind, I had

a sore, rough, burning feeling in my eyes, aggravated by gas
light and on attempting to read. Eyes feel very sore, as if
bruised. Dragging feeling in eyes. Pressure in the right eye,
as from a grain of sand, aggravated by rubbing; felt most sen
sitively when pressing the eyelids together. Pressure in the
eyes at night. Great burning and lachrymation of the eyes.
Burning in the morning. Eyes hot and dry. Eyes feel like
balls of fire, especially the left, which is much injected. A
slight burning feeling in the eyes and a desire to close them ;
they feel sore to touch. Smarting pain in both eyes. Smart
ing in the right eye, in the evening, with inclination of the lids to
close against one's wish. The eyes become fatigued from read
ing and writing. The candlelight fatigues the eyes when
reading or writing, by causing a contractive sensation. Can
not bear reflected light from bright objects; annoyed by re
flections from bright objects.
Vision.—Vanishing of sight. Vision is impeded by fiery
zigzags before the eyes. Fiery sparks before the eyes, with
great weakness. Flickering before the eyes when looking into
light; he sees a zigzag circle of colors. Many black spots
before the eyes. During the menses everything gets black
and clouded before the eyes, in the evening, accompanied by
great weakness, which passes off when lying.
Clinical. —Sepia is especially adapted to ophthalmic dis
orders dependent upon uterine troubles, and in prescribing
this drug, great reliance should be placed upon these and other
accessory symptoms.
The aggravation morning and evening, and the amelioration
in the middle of the day, are almost always present.
In chronic ciliary blepharitis very favorable results have
been obtained from Sepia. In addition to the scaly condition
of the lid margin, small pustules (acne ciliaris) will usually be
foiyid on the ciliary border (Ant. crud.). The subjective symp
toms will also indicate our choice, as, feeling of heaviness in
the lids in the morning, or on waking at night ; soreness or
numb pain in the internal canthi; and scratching sensation in
the eyes, worse at night and at any time during the day, upon
164 • SEPIA.

closing the lids, as they feel as if they were too tight and did
not cover the eye. The aggravation of the symptoms morn
ing and evening will usually be noticed.
Tarsal tumors have been benefited by Sepia'0.
Acute catarrhal conjunctivitis, with drawing sensation in the
external canthus and smarting in the eyes, ameliorated by
bathing in cold water, and aggravated morning and evening ; also
conjunctivitis, with muco-purulent discharge in the morning
and great dryness in the evening ; have been quickly relieved
under this remedy.
In follicular conjunctivitis, or a mixed form of follicular
and trachomatous conjunctivitis, which is only observed dur
ing the summer, or always made worse by hot weather, Sepia is
especially indicated. In one case of a lady who had suffered
every summer for twenty years, from the beginning of the
warm weather in the spring, till its close in the fall, with severe
conjunctivitis, much enlargement of the papillse, and marked
aggravation in the morning and usually in the evening ; a
prompt cure resulted under Sepia30. It may be serviceable in
trachoma, with or without pannus, especially in tea-drinking
females. It is indicated if there is excessive irritability of the
eye to both use and light, particularly night and morning,
better through the day ; lids close in spite of him, and sparks
may be flashing before the eyes.
It is sometimes indicated in phlyctenular conjunctivitis,
though not as frequently as when the cornea is implicated.
For keratitis phlyctenularis, especially in females suffering
from uterine disturbances, Sepia is of great value. The pains
are usually of a drawing, aching, or sticking character, aggra
vated by rubbing, pressing the lids together, or pressing upon
the eye. The light of day dazzles, and causes the head to ache ;
with lachrymation, especially in the open air. The conjunc
tiva may be swollen, with considerable purulent discharge,
edges of lids raw and sore, and eruption on the face. The
usual time of aggravation is present.
Dr. C. Th. Liebold has used it with very favorable results in
keratitis parenchymatosa, complicated with uterine troubles.
At Dr. W. H. Woodyatt's suggestion, Sepia has been em-
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ployed in several cases of cataract, especially in women, with

manifest advantage, arresting the progress of the disease, and
often improving the vision very decidedly. The concomitant
symptoms will guide us in the selection of this remedy in dis
eases of the lens.
A case of astigmatism, resulting from granular lids, in
which on reading black seemed gray, with improvement of the
vision on looking out under the brows, and pain on using the
eyes by artificial light, terminated in recovery under the use
of Sepia.—T. F. A.
The asthenopic symptoms dependent upon reflex irritation
from the uterus (kopiopia hysterica) will very frequently re
quire this remedy. The indications will be apparent from a
study of the verified symptomatology.

SILICEA.
Objective.—Swelling in the region of the right lachrymal gland
and lachrymal sac. Lachrymation. Agglutination of the eyes
at night, with smarting of the lids. Agglutination of the eyes
in the morning. Twitching of the eyelids. Redness at first
around the eyes, then also of the white of the eyes, with in
flammation and lachrymation. Redness of the whites of the
eyes. Ulcer on the left eye. Eyes weak.
Subjective.—Pressure in the upper lid, with violent stitches,
as from a splinter, and vanishing of visual power. The eyes
are painful, as if too dry and full of sand, in the morning.
Tension in the eyes and forehead, with weakness of the body.
Piercing-stinging pain in the left eye. Sudden piercing pain
in the left eye. Tearing and burning in the eyes on pressing
them together. Heat and smarting in the eyes.
Vision.—Vision indistinct, misty, with flickering before the
eyes. She could neither read nor write; everything ran to
gether.
Clinical.—Silicea is more commonly indicated in caries of
the orbit, than any one remedy in the materia medica. Its
value was very forcibly illustrated in the following case:—A
girl, set. 14, had for four months, a constant discharge and
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ulceration under the right lower lid, the result of a severe

inflammation. Examination showed, over the right inferior
orbital ridge, cicatrices which everted the lid, together with
three openings, as found over dead bone, discharging a yellow
white pus. On probing, caries of the lower orbital arch was
found, extending over the malar and superior maxillary bones,
and connecting by sinuses with the upper jaw, opening over
the first molar tooth, through which opening the discharge
escaped into the mouth. Silicea30 was prescribed. At first
occasional injections of a one per cent. solution of carbolic acid
was used, but soon discontinued. Under Silicea a cure was
effected, leaving only a slight scar which was not adherent,
and the lid returned to its normal position.
In diseases of the lachrymal apparatus it is a remedy of
prime importance. It is often indicated in inflammation of
the lachrymal sac (dacryocystitis), characterized by all the
prominent symptoms, swelling, tenderness, pain and lachryma-
tion, especially if the patient takes cold easily or is very sensi
tive to a draught of air. Several cases, even though so far ad
vanced that suppuration seemed inevitable, have been cured
without breaking externally and without the aid of an opera
tion. But, notwithstanding, experience shows how much may
be sometimes gained from the administration of Silicea and
other remedies, yet we would not advise delay in opening the
canaliculus as soon as pus has begun to form.
Blennorrhoea of the lachrymal sac has quite frequently been
controlled, and Sil. should be one of the first remedies thought
of in connection with this trouble.
The treatment of acute lachrymal fistulse by Sil. has been
attended with favorable results, but chronic cases do not seem
to yield to this or any other drug.
Blepharitis, either acute or chronic, caused or aggravated
from working in a damp place or from being in the cold air,
will often require Silicea (compare Calc.).
It has been useful in tarsal tumors, when indicated by con
comitant symptoms.
Silicea is often the remedy for sloughing ulcers of the cornea,
with or without hypopyon; for crescentic ulcers; for small round

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ulcers which have a tendency to perforate, and also for non

vascular ulcers centrally located. The pains, photophobia
and lachrymation, are not particularly marked. The discharge
is frequently very profuse, though it may be moderate in quan
tity. But there is almost always present in these cases, in fact
in the majority of ophthalmic disorders which call for Silicea,
a great sensitiveness to cold and desire to be warmly wrapped,
especially about the head.
For hypopyon it is especially valuable.
The following case of sclero-choroiditis ant. was effectually
relieved by this remedy: The conjunctiva and sclera were
both injected, and a bluish irregular bulging around the cornea
was present. The retina was hazy though no opacities were
visible in vitreous. There were severe pains extending from the
eyes into the head, relieved by warmth, also a severe aching
in the back of the head on one side, corresponding to that eye
which was worse ; the severity of the symptoms alternated
from one eye to the other.—T. F. A.
It has also proved useful in choroiditis in a myope, in whom
upon any exertion of the eye, excessive pain extended to the
head and ears.—T. F. A.
Irido-choroiditis, with great tenderness of the eye to touch,
deep ciliary injection, contraction of the pupil, posterior syne
chia; and excessive sensitiveness to a draught of air, will be
found amenable to Silicea.
Many brilliant cures of cataract under this remedy are re
ported, though grave doubts are entertained regarding the
correctness of the diagnosis. It may be serviceable, however,
in checking the progress of cataract when indicated by con
comitant symptoms, upon which chief reliance is placed in
prescribing for diseases of the lens.
Ciliary neuralgia, characterized by darting pains through the
eyes and head upon exposure to any draught of air, or just before
a storm, has been speedily relieved by Silicea.
Silicea and Hepar should be compared with each other, as
their actions are very similar. Both are indicated in ulcera
tions, are relieved by warmth and aggravated by cold. The
ulceration of Hepar is, however, usually accompanied by more
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pain, redness, photophobia and sensitiveness to touch than

that of Silicea.

SPIGELIA.
Objective.—Lids lax and paralyzed ; they hang low down
and must be raised with the hand, with dilated pupils.
Redness and inflammation of the white of the eye; in the
morning the lids are so heavy that he can scarcely open them.
Redness of the white of the eye. Lachrymation.
Subjective —Pain as if the upper lid were hard or im
movable ; he cannot raise it easily. Fine painful cutting on
the margin of the left lower lid, like a knife. Sticking pres
sure under both lids. Pain as if the left orbit were pressed
from above downward. Tensive tearing pain in the forehead,
especially beneath the left frontal eminence, extending towards
the orbits. Thrust-like tearing pain in the forehead, worse in
the right frontal eminence. A shoot of pain through the fore
head. Burning pain in the right side of the forehead, extending to
the eye, so that he could not turn it without pain. The eyes hurt on
motion', as if too large for their orbits. He could not turn the
eyes in all directions without pain. Violent burrowing stitch in
the middle of the eye and inner canthus, that does not prevent
vision, but presses the upper lid downward. Intolerable pressive
pain in the eyeballs, still more painful on turning the eyes; on
attempting to look with the eyes turned he became dizzy, so that he
was obliged to turn the whole head. Pressive pain in the eyeballs.
A contractive burning pain in the right eyeball. Constant
sticking pain in the right eyeball, also on moving it. Itching
stitch in the right eyeball, that returned after rubbing.
Clinical.—Spigelia is especially applicable to severe neu
ralgic pains, arising in a great variety of ophthalmic troubles,
particularly in rheumatic and arthritic inflammations. In all
cases the character and intensity of the pains furnish the chief
indications for the selection of this remedy.
Ptosis, as one would be led to suppose from the symptoma
tology, should often require the use of Spigelia. A case,
occurring in a seamstress, after inflammation, with sharp
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stabbing pains through the eyes and head, and much hot,
scalding lachrymation, was very favorably affected by its use.
—T. F. A.
It is not a remedy which we would be liable to think of in
inflammatory diseases of the conjunctiva or cornea, still it has
been found beneficial in exceptional cases when accompanied by
the characteristic sharp pains. Even in ulcers of the cornea,
with considerable infiltration into the cornea around the ulcer,
its employment has been followed by brilliant results, provid
ing shooting, radiating pains from the eyes into the head, usually
worse at night, have been present.
Excellent results have been obtained from this drug in
iritis, especially in the rheumatic form, with severe pains
around and deep in the eye. The following case will illustrate
its action :—J. M., set. 51, had suffered from rheumatic iritis in
the left eye, with excessive ciliary neuralgia, for three weeks.
There "was much redness, deep ciliary injection and posterior
synechias, with violent pain from 3 a.m. for two or three hours,
continuing more or less until 3 p.m. Atropine was used ex
ternally and Sulphur internally. The adhesions were torn
and the pain relieved on the first night. On the second night,
although the pupil was widely dilated, the pain returned more
severely than ever. The pain was as if the eye were being
pulled forward and backward, with numb pain through the
head, which woke him at 2 a.m. and continued the remainder
of the night and all the forenoon; it seemed as if it would
drive him crazy. Each attack of pain was accompanied by a
chill. No change was made in the Atropine, but Spigelia200
was prescribed, internally. There was only a little pain at
about noon the next day, none afterwards, and within five days
the eye was perfectly well.
The pains of glaucoma may indicate this remedy. Benefit
has also been derived from its use in sclero-choroiditis accom
panied by much pain.
In accommodative asthenopia, with slight retinitis and severe
neuralgic headaches; also in asthenopia, with ansemia of the
optic nerve and characteristic pains, dependent upon too great
indulgence in tea; great benefit has been obtained from Spigelia.
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It is, however, in ciliary neuralgia, intermittent or not inter

mittent, dependent upon some observable disease or arising
from some cause unknown, that the greatest power of Spig. is
exercised. The pains are various in character, though usually
sharp and stabbing, like a knife sticking through the ball back into
the head, or they may seem to start from one point and then radiate
in different directions ; are generally aggravated by motion and at
night. The following variety of pains, as described by patients,
have been cured by Spigelia, in addition to those already
given : Pains around and deep in the eye. Severe pain on
moving the eyes, worse at night. Severe pressure extending
to the orbit after sleep, or as if the eye would ulcerate. Very
severe sharp pain in and around the left eye, seems as if it
would drive him crazy, wakes him at 3 a.m. and continues the
remainder of the night; also has a similar attack in the latter
part of the forenoon, always accompanied by fever and sweat.
Sharp pains through the right eye and corresponding side of
head, worse at night and relieved by warmth, accompanied by
excessive sensitiveness of the eyeball to touch. Burning or
sticking pains in the eye, and sensation as if the eyeball were
too large. Burning pains going to the bones. Sticking, bor
ing pains extending to the bones around the eyes, especially
supra-orbital and temporal regions. Eye feels too large and
as if forcibly turned around in the orbit; the pain makes one
shut the eye, and on opening it, seem to see a sea of fire; with
the severe pain, hot tears run out of the eye, and the pains are
worse in the open air and at night. After long continued use
of the eyes, terrible pains every morning at six in the left eye,
as if the ball were too large and was forcibly pressed out of
the orbit, with violent aching, boring and severe stitches,
made worse by opening and moving the eye, often extending
to the forehead. The slightest touch excites the pains, which
disappear about noon. Severe boring pain deep in the eye,
aggravated on moving it; parts around the eye painful to
touch, and sparks before the vision. Sharp sticking pains
through the ball of the eye into the head on the right side,
worse at night; frontal headache and frequent winking.
Intolerable pain in the supra-ciliary ridge, worse on any
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change of weather and in the wind. Severe pressing, jerking,

sticking pains in the left eye, so hard as to cause her to cry
out and lose consciousness; every few minutes they would ex
tend to the muscles of the left upper arm.

SPONGIA.
Clinical.—The chief use which has been made of Spongia in
ophthalmic therapeutics has been in Basedow's disease, as the
following case will illustrate:—A woman, about 40. Eyeballs
staring and perceptibly protruding; stitches in the balls and
burning around the eyes, with lachrymation worse from any
sudden light; often the eye feels as if twisted^around ; there is
constant flashing of different colors, mostly deep red, figures
of light, etc., even when the eye is closed, especially at night.
The thyroid gland is considerably hypertrophied. The pal
pitation of the heart is very marked, which makes her uneasy,
restless and easily frightened, especially at night. Spongia in
the higher potencies effected a cure.—T. F. A.

SQUILLA.
The eyes seem swimming in cold water.
Clinical.—A man, 25 years of age, bad been troubled with
a large phlyctenule of the conjunctiva on the outer side of the
cornea, for two weeks. He complained of a sensation as of cold
water in the eye, whenever in a cold wind. Squilla200 cured
the phlyctenule and relieved the above sensation within two
days.—Chas. Deady.

STANNUM.
Pustular swelling of the left inner canthus.
Pressure in the left inner canthus, as from a stye, with
lachrymation. Itching in the inner canthus.
Clinical.—Ptosis from sympathetic paralysis, in which the
disease returned every Tuesday, was cured by Stannum.—J. A.
Campbell.
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Stannum, first employed by Drs. Liebold and Hunt in blen-

norrhoea of the lachrymal sac, has now become one of our
most common remedies for this affection. It is often used
with advantage in controlling the profuse yellow-white dis
charge observed in this condition. There may be a tendency
to a more active form of inflammation, especially towards
night, and accompanied by sharp pain in the internal can-
thus.

STAPHYSAGRIA.
Subjective —Pain as if a hard substance were lying beneath
the left upper lid. Pressure in the upper lid all day, worse on
closing the eye. Itching on the margin of the upper lid in the
open air. Itching of the margins of the lids. Dryness of the
eyes. The eyes are dry in the morning on waking. The eyes
are dry in the evening, with pressure in them.
Clinical.—The clinical application of Staphysagria has been
chiefly confined to the lids. The form of blepharitis to which
it is adapted is characterized by dryness of the margins of the
lids, small hard nodules on the ciliary border and destruction
of the hair follicles, with much itching of the margins of the
lids.
Its greatest usefulness is in tarsal tumors, in which it is
quite commonly employed, as when the glands of the lids are
enlarged, with redness aud tensive tearing pains, especially in
the evening, or more particularly if little hard nodules are found
on the lids, resulting from styes, also if crops of small tarsal tu
mors are constantly recurring.
Syphilitic iritis, with bursting pain in the eyeball, temple,
and side of face, worse from evening to morning and upon
using the eyes by any light, was promptly relieved by this
drug.—C. A. Bacon.

SULPHUR.
Objective.—An inflamed pimple above the left eyebrow.
Lachrymation in the morning, followed by dryness. Lachry
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mation and burning, in the morning. Swelling and pain in

the eyelids, with lachrymation. Redness of the eyelids and
conjunctiva. Eruption of pimples on the upper lid. Aggluti
nated eyes, in the morning (after burning, in the evening). Jerk
ing in the lids. Eyes sunken, surrounded by blue rings. Red
ness of the eyes during the day ; violent itching in them in the even
ing. A white vesicle on the white of the eye, close to the cor
nea. Much matter in the eye, in the morning. Purulent
mucus in the eyes. Heaviness of the eyes. Dryness of the
eyes.
Subjective.—Much itching in the eyebrows and in the tip of
the nose. Dryness of the, inner surface of the lids. Pressure in
the eyelids in the evening. Burning of the lids, which are in
flamed and red and tense on motion. Burning of the eyelids
externally. Sticking and burning in the outer canthi. Burn
ing in the edges of the lids, in the morning; cutting-burning
pains in the borders of the eyelids, and especially in the ex
ternal canthi, after dinner; very distressing burning in the
outer canthi, and on shutting the eyes, a sensation as of a for
eign body between the edges of the lids towards their external
commissure, in the evening. In the forenoon, some burning on
the edges of the lids. Smarting sore pain on the inner side of
the lids after midnight, followed by a sensation of a rubbing
dryness upon the inner surfaces. Smarting pain as from dry
ness of the margins of the lids. Smarting of the lids; inclination
to rub them ; the eyes can hardly bear the light in the even
ing. In the morning, slight sensitiveness of the edges of the
lids. Rubbing, dry sensation (like sand) in the mucous surface
of the eyelids. In the morning, on awaking, feeling of sand
in the eyes, with raw pain on rubbing them. In the morning,
after awaking, painful rubbing dry feeling in the borders of the
right eyelids. Itching of the eyelids, as if they would become in
flamed. Itching of the lids, obliging him to rest them every
moment, in the afternoon; the eyes can scarcely endure the
light at all in the evening. Itching and burning of the lids,
which are red and swollen in the morning. Frequent itching,
burning and smarting in the canthi, making him rub them.
Itching in eyelids and burning in eyes. In the morning after
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awaking, itching, smarting, or feeling as of fine sand in the

eyes. A sensation of prickling in both eyelids, causing him to
scratch and rub them. In the afternoon, itching, burning
and redness of the edges of the lids. Itching on the borders
of the eyelids.
The eyeballs are painful on moving them. Pressure in the
eyeballs on walking, in the open air. In the evening, dull
aching and feeling of weight in both eyeballs, with loss of
vision, as if a thick veil were before the eyes. Pain as from
dryness of the eyeballs, and a sensation as if they rubbed
against the lids.
Burning in the eyes, especially toward the external canthi,
at various times of day. Burning and easy fatigue of eyes
when reading. Burning of the eyes, without redness. Burn
ing of the eyes, with great sensitiveness to daylight. Burning and
pressure in the eyes ; in the morning they were agglutinated
and the whole face swollen. Burning in the eyes, with redness
of them. In the afternoon burning shooting beneath the lids of the
left eye, as though sand had got into it. Sensitiveness and burn
ing in the eyes. Burning in eyes and feet. In the evening
troublesome feeling of heat in the eyes. Burning heat in
the eyes. Painful smarting of the eyes. Sensation of foreign
body in the eyes. Sensation as if an inflammation of the eye
were about to come on ; in the morning on awaking, prickling,
causing him to scratch ; itching and smarting in the lids.
Violent pains in the left eye, as if it were rubbed against spiculse of
glass, and drawn in towards the pupil ; he was obliged to close the
eye five or six times involuntarily; this was followed by burning
in the eye and flow of tears. Severe cutting in right eye. Shoot
ing in the left eye, preventing him from reading for several
days; when he attempts to read he gets, immediately, violent
shooting pains through the middle of the pupil deep into the
eye. Biting of the eyes and lachrymation, every evening. A
feeling as of sand in the eyes. Stitches as with a knife in the
right eye. Itching and burning of the eyes.
Vision.—Dimness of vision, as from a fog, with the head
ache. Dimness of vision of both eyes, with great sensitiveness
to bright daylight; great dimness of vision (on reading), as if

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the cornea had lost its transparency ; at the same time a feel
ing of dryness (as from fine sand) between the eyelids. Dim
ness of vision and weakness of both eyes, with innumerable
confused dark spots floating before the eyes. Since commenc
ing my proving of Sulphur, I have observed a considerable
weakness of vision and very often a feeling of heaviness and
aching in the eyeballs; when reading or writing. I often
feel as if a mist were before the eyes; I must cover the eyes
with the hand, slightly press and rub them in order to read.
Sensation of a veil before the eyes, and dim vision for near and
distant objects. Sensitiveness of the eyes to daylight. Vision as
through a veil. Intolerance of sunlight. Obscuration of vision
while reading. Objects seem more distant than they really
are. Flickering before the eyes. Dark points and spots before
the eyes. Black flies seem to float not far from the eyes.
Clinical.—The clinical application of Sulphur in diseases of
the eye has been more varied than that of any other remedy,
though it will be seen that its sphere of action is usually well
marked.
In blennorrhea of the lachrymal sac it may be of service,
though is not often indicated.
Blepharitis, particularly the chronic form, quite frequently
calls for this drug, especially if occurring in children of a
strumous diathesis, who are irritable and cross by day, and
restless and feverish by night. The lids are swollen, red and
agglutinated in the morning, or there may be numerous
small itching pustules on the margins of the lids. There may
be itching, biting, burning or sensation as if sand were in the
eye, though the pains are usually of a sticking character.
There is generally great aversion to water, so cannot bear to
have the eyes washed. It is especially useful if the blephari
tis appears after the suppression of an eruption, or if the
child or adult is already covered with eczema.
Eczematous affections of the lids have been often controlled,
when Sulph. has been given according to the indications for
eczema in other portions of the body.
It has been of service in preventing the recurrence of succes
sive crops of styes, and in accelerating the absorption, in some
cases, of tarsal tumors.
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In conjunctivitis catarrhalis, both acute and chronic, this

remedy is often very useful. The degree of redness may vary
greatly, be confined to one eye or involve both. The lids may
be swollen, even puffy, or remain unaffected. But the sharp
darting pains, like pins sticking into the eye, will furnish our
chief indications (these pains are characteristic of the drug
and may occur at any time of the day or night). There may
also be pressing, tensive, cutting or burning pains, feeling as of
sand in the eyes, tearing in the head, poor appetite and fever-
ishness at night, with chills during the day.
Acute and chronic trachoma has been benefited by Sulphur.
It is often called for as an intercurrent remedy, even if it does
not complete the cure alone, especially if the pains are sharp
and sticking in the morning and the lids are glued together so
that it is with the greatest difficulty they can be opened. Water
is not a favorite application and usually aggravates the
trouble.
Sulphur has been employed with success in ophthalmia ne
onatorum, especially in chronic cases which have a great ten
dency to relapse.
It is, however, the remedy "par excellence" for pustular in
flammation of the cornea or conjunctiva. As its sphere of
action is very wide, it is adapted to a great variety of cases, es
pecially if chronic, and occurring in scrofulous children cov
ered with eruptions (among which the majority of these cases
are found), or if the cause can be traced to the suppression of
an eruption by external applications. The character of the
pains may vary, though they are usually sharp and sticking, as
if a needle or splinter were sticking into the eye, or there may be a
sharp, shooting pain going through the eye back into the head, from
one to three A. M., awaking him from sleep ; although besides
these we have a variety of other sensations, such as smarting,
itching and burning in the eyes, a feeling of pressure as from
a foreign body, stinging burning in the eye especially from
light and in the morning, burning as from lime, biting as if
salt were in the eye, sensation as if there were a number of
little burning sparks on the lids, which cause them to spas
modically close, painful dryness as if the lids rubbed the eye
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balls, bruised pain, etc., etc. The photophobia is generally

very marked and the lachrymation profuse, though in some
cases they may be almost or entirely absent. The redness var
ies greatly, but is usually considerable, especially at the angles.
The secretions also vary both in quantity and quality, being
often, however, acrid, corrosive and sometimes tenacious. Ag
glutination in the morning is commonly present. The lids
are often swollen ; burn and smart as if bathed in some acrid
fluid, or there is an itching sensation, compelling the patient
to rub them most of the time. The lids, as well as the sur
rounding integument of the head and face, are frequently cov
ered with an eruption. All the symptoms are, as a rule, made
worse by bathing the eyes, so that the child cannot bear to have
any water touch them. Open air, especially on first going out,
usually aggravates.
The value of Sulphur in the treatment of ulcers and ab
scesses of the cornea is hardly less than in pustular inflam
mation. Its usefulness is not confined to any one species of
ulcer, as it has cured not only the superficial variety, but also
the deep sloughing form which tends towards perforation and
destruction of the whole cornea. In fact it should always be
thought of in ulceration or abscess of the cornea with hypo
pyon, especially if of an indolent type, with no photophobia
nor vascularity; as it has often produced absorption of the pus,
and exercised a beneficial influence over the destructive pro
cess goirig on in the cornea. The indications which lead us
to its selection are derived chiefly from the general condition
of the patient, while the eye symptoms are the same as those
given above for the phlyctenular form of inflammation, except
that in severe cases the pains may be more intense. There
may be severe pressing pains in the eye, besides the character
istic stitches. The other symptoms may also be proportion
ately increased.
Pannus, resulting from various causes and occurring in pa
tients of a strumous diathesis, has been frequently cured under
this remedy. In some instances there has been true pannus
crassum, the whole of the cornea presenting the appearance of
a piece of fresh raw beef, and yet vision has been restored by
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178 SULPHUE.

the internal administration of Sulphur. It is especially use

ful in the so-called herpetic pannus, resulting from phlycten
ular inflammation.
A case of keratitis parenchymatosa in a scrofulous subject ;
cornea like ground glass, photophobia, lids swollen and bleeding
easily ; was permanently relieved by this remedy. It will often
be found to promote absorption of the infiltration, after the
disease has been checked by other remedies.
In severe forms of inflammation of the cornea, the iris not
unfrequently becomes involved (kerato-iritis), though this does
not by any means contra-indicate the use of Sulph., even if
hypopyon be present.
It has been employed with favorable results in inflammation
of the sclera, with corneal and iritic complications, as well as
in uncomplicated cases. There may be, in addition to the well
known objective symptoms, only a feeling of fullness and
largeness of the eyeball, worse from use or exposure to light,
especially gaslight, or there may be great photophobia, acrid
lachrymation and severe tearing pains in the supra-orbital and
temporal regions, as well as in the eye itself, especially worse
in the evening and at night, (Merc.).
In iritis, both idiopathic and syphilitic (especially the for
mer), benefit has occasionally been derived from the use of
this remedy, though it is not frequently indicated. It is espe
cially adapted to chronic cases marked somewhat by drawing
pains around the eye, but chiefly by sharp, sticking pains in the
eyes, worse at night (Spig.) and towards morning. The eyeballs
may be painful on motion, and the usual characteristic symp
toms are present. It may be of service after iritis, in pro
moting the absorption of recent adhesions (posterior synechise).
The hypopyon resulting from iritis, or in fact, pus found in
the anterior chamber under any circumstances, will frequently
disappear after the administration of a few doses of Sulphur.
(Compare Hepar and Sil.)
Benefit has been derived from the use of Sulphur in inflam
matory affections of the fundus. It has been successfully em
ployed in chorio-retinitis and uncomplicated choroiditis, if ac
companied by darting pains, and in one case in which hemer-
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alopia was present. It is not, however, a frequently indica

ted remedy in any of the acute forms of intra-ocular disease,
though is sometimes useful, especially as an intercurrent ; it
is particularly called for in chronic cases. Payr says, regard
ing its use in choroiditis, that it is frequently indicated in the
chronic form, especially when the trouble is based upon ab
dominal venosity, stagnation in the portal circulation, habitual
constipation and cerebral congestion occasioned thereby ; also
in metastases of chronic or suppressed skin diseases.
Retinitis caused from over-study, with much congestion of
the optic nerve, outlines ill-defined and accompanied by pain
around the eye and itching in the internal canthi, has been
cured.—T. F. A.
Sulphur often acts very promptly in clearing up opacities
in the vitreous, resulting from choroideal exudations and old
hemorrhages.
The following case of sympathetic irritation of the right eye,
occurring in a young lady, was speedily relieved : The left eye
had been removed six months previous, on account of exten
sive staphylomatous bulging of the whole eye, by abscising
the cornea and evacuating the contents of the globe, thus leav
ing only the sclera and muscles intact. She now appeared,
complaining of sharp pain in the stump, extending in stitches
to the healthy eye in which there was considerable irritation
and photophobia, occasional obscuration of vision and com
mencing presbyopia. There was constant discharge from the
old stump, which was excessively sensitive to touch. Sulph.200
relieved in a few days.
Asthenopia, both muscular and accommodative, has been
occasionally benefited by Sulphur, when the character of the
pains has pointed to its selection. " Gaslight hurts more than
sunlight," a symptom not rarely found in these cases, has been
relieved.
Benefit was derived from this remedy in the following case
of paresis of the right nervus abducens :—A woman, sct. 40, had,
for three months, been troubled with double images to the
right and downward. There was no perceptible diminution
in the movements of the eye, and no cause for the paresis was
180 SYPHILINUM—TABACUM—TELLURIUM.

apparent. There was some pain in the eye on looking up

wards; some headache, and restlessness at night. Various
remedies were used for two months with no avail. Under
Sulph.30, a cure resulted in three weeks.
The iodide of sulphur has occasionally been employed in
ophthalmic diseases with marked success, especially in stru
mous subjects with enlarged glands.

SYPHILINUM.
Clinical.—Very marked success has attended the use of this
remedy in some cases of chronic recurrent phlyctenular in
flammation of the cornea. When indicated, successive crops
of phlyctenules and abrasion of the epithelial layer of the cornea
will be found ; the photophobia will be intense and the lach-
rymation profuse ; the redness and pain will vary but will
be usually well marked. It is indicated in delicate scrofulous
children, especially if any trace of hereditary syphilis can be
discovered.

TABACUM.
Clinical.—The following case consequent upon the use of
tobacco may prove interesting:—The patient was amblyopic,
vision j1^, refraction normal, divergence of one and a half
lines behind a screen, diplopia in the distance. On leaving
off tobacco for a time he improved and saw single, but within
ten minutes after returning to its use the vision became dim,
black spots floated before the eyes and he saw double. Stim
ulants only aggravated the difficulty.
(See cure of tobacco amaurosis under Nux v.)

TELLURIUM.
Clinical.—Tellurium has proved successful in conjunctivitis
pustulosa, with eczema impetiginoides on the lids and much
purulent discharge from the eyes, also an offensive discharge
from the ear, to which the child was subject.
 TEREBINTHINA. 181

It is probably more often indicated in scrofulous ophthalmia

than we are now led to suppose.
The offensive otorrhcea, smelling like fish-brine, is an im
portant concomitant symptom.

TEREBUVTIIINA.
Clinical.—Terebinth is constantly assuming more and
more importance as an ophthalmic remedy. Its eye symptoma
tology according to physiological provings furnishes no idea
of its sphere of action, as all its clinical verifications have been
obtained from prescriptions based upon characteristic consti
tutional symptoms.
In a comparatively rare form of ciliary neuralgia, with acute
conjunctivitis, Terebinth is the remedy most frequently indi
cated. The injection of the conjunctiva is variable, sometimes
being excessive and again very moderate, amounting to hardly
more than a simple hyperaBmia, but at no time commen
surate with the severity of the pain. The redness is usually
dark, especially in the later stages, though during the
height of the inflammation may be bright. There may be
chemosis and even infiltration into the cellular tissue of the
orbit. Deep ciliary injection, swelling of the lids, photophobia
and lachrymation may be present. The pupil is contracte'd,
but dilates regularly, though slowly, under Atropine. The
tension is changeable even within a short time, though is
more frequently diminished than otherwise. The eyeball is
sensitive to touch. The pain is excessive and always present ;
varies in character from a dull " grumbling," aching, beating
sore pain to a severe, sharp, darting pain seeming as if it
would almost drive the patient crazy ; not only involves the
eyeball, but is especially severe over and around the eye, extend
ing through to occiput on corresponding side of the head, often
following the course of the supra-orbital nerve; is always worse
at night, and is frequently accompanied by severe paroxysms,
particularly in the early morning hours (1 to 3 a.m.). The
corresponding side of the face is flushed. General disturb
ances will accompany the above, especially scanty and high
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colored urine, with pain in the back, which is always present

when Terebinth is indicated. (Compare Amyl nitrit.)
A man, about 40 years of age, had been suffering from epi
scleritis in left eye for over three weeks. The eye was very red,
especially at inner side of the cornea where there was a hard
bluish-red elevation. The pain in the eye and corresponding
side of the head was intense, day and night. The pupil reacted
well. The urine was very dark. Atropine and various rem
edies of both schools had failed to relieve. Terebinth1 relieved
the pain in a few hours and a complete cure resulted in less
than a week.
This remedy, first employed in iritis by Dr. Liebold, has
proved a valuable remedy, especially in rheumatic iritis. The
pains will be intense and the characteristic urinary symptoms
—frequent desire, pressure and pain in the kidneys, burning
in the urethra and dark urine—will be present. Also called
for if there is a suppression of habitual transpiration of the
feet.
Recent adhesions of the iris to the lens (posterior synechise)
have also seemed to yield under its use.
The following interesting case shows that it may be useful
in amblyopia potatorum:—"Mr. S., set. 37 years; first seen
August 17th, 1876. He had been intemperate for ten years or
more. Eight weeks before consulting me, his sight began to
grow dim. There was an almost constant, dull, aching pain
in the region of the kidneys ; urine dark colored and loaded
with acid phosphates, sp. grav. 1028. On examination I
found vision ^ in both eyes ; fundus normal in appearance.
B. Nux. vom.3; continued it for two weeks with no benefit;
then Terebinth* was given, a dose three times a day. Under
this remedy, which was continued four weeks, all pain in the
back ceased, the urine became normal in appearance and vis
ion was restored, being |^. Although the patient has only
partially given up drinking there has been no return of the
difficulty."—W. P. Fowler.
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THUJA.
Objective.—Agglutination of the lids at night. Pimple on
the margin of lower lid. Stye on the right eye. The white of
the eye is very much inflamed and red. Weak eyes, pressure
as from fine sand in them.
Subjective.—Tearing pain in the left eyebrow, disappear
ing after touch. Feeling as if the eyelids were swollen and a
foreign body were in the eye. Burning and stinging in the
edges of the eyelids in the evening. Feeling of dryness in the
eyes. Feeling of sand in the eyes. Burning of the eyes.
Burning and stinging in both eyes and eyelids, with injection
of the cornea. Pressure in the eyes. A painful stitch through
the centre of the left eye, commencing in the centre of the
brain.
Vision.— Dimness of vision like a mist before the eyes, and
pressure in them, as if they would be pressed out of the head,
or as if they were swollen. Dimness of vision in the open
air, like a veil, for near and distant objects, with confusion
of the head for half an hour. The vision seems dim, with
a feeling as if something were before the eyes. Muscse voli-
tantes. Great flickering before the eyes. Seeing of a luminous
disk, shining like a firefly.
Clinical.—No remedy is more frequently indicated in tarsal
tumors than Thuja, especially for veruese and tumors that re
semble small condylomata, though it is also useful in other
varieties, not only in preventing their return after removal by
the knife but in promoting their absorption without the em
ployment of instrumental means. This can sometimes be
done by simply using the drug internally, though it usually
seems to act more rapidly if employed in the tincture ex
ternally at the same time.
" In two cases of what appeared undoubted epithelioma of
the left lower eyelid, one of eight months, the other of three
years standing, there was complete recovery under Thuja lo
cally and internally."—C. M. Thomas.
Conjunctivitis trachomatosa, in which the granulations are
large, like warts or blisters, with burning in the lids and eyes,
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worse at night, photophobia by day and suffusion of the eye

with tears, would lead us to give Thuja with favorable re
sults.
In chronic cases of large phlyctenules of the conjunctiva,
which are very slow in progress, unyielding to treatment and
which decidedly involve the sub-conjunctival tissue, Thuja
will often be found to be the remedy.
It has occasionally been of service in inflammations of the
cornea, especially in ulcerations of a syphilitic origin, even if
hypopyon is present.
The action of Thuja upon the sclera is very marked indeed,
probably more so than any other drug. It has been employed
with excellent success in episcleritis, scleritis, sclero-choroiditis
ant. and commencing scleral staphyloma, even when no char
acteristic indications were present. There will, however, usually
be sensitiveness of the eyeball to touch and aching pain in and
over the eye, with some heat. In some cases warmth relieves.
For syphilitic iritis, with gummata on the iris, it is a grand
remedy. The pains are usually severe, sharp and sticking in
the eye, worse at night, with much heat above and around the
eye, or there may be a pain in the left frontal eminence, as if
a nail were being driven in ; in some cases the pain is de
scribed as a dull aching in the eye, and sometimes seems to be
relieved in the open air.
Exophthalmos consequent upon a tumor behind the eyeball,
has been relieved.—T. F. A.
In a case of amblyopia, with blurring of the vision, relieved
by rubbing (Euphras.), black spots and bright sparks before the
eyes, and dull aching above the eye to the back of the head,
with nausea, the vision was restored by this remedy.—T.
F. A.
The following symptom of vision was relieved by Thuya :
" Flames of light before the eyes, mostly yellow."—T. F. A.

YERATRUM TIRIDE.
Subjective. —Aching in the upper part of the right orbit-
Full, pressing, heavy feeling in eyes, with slight headache.
 VERATRUM VIRIDE. 185

Severe shooting, suddenly-stopping pain in left eye. Pupils

dilated.
Vision.—Dimness of sight. Cannot walk; if I attempt it,
I am very faint and completely blind. Photophobia and ver
tigo, relieved by closing eyes and resting head. If I assumed
the erect position for even a minute, dimness of sight and
partial syncope supervened. Unsteady vision.
Clinical.—In erysipelatous inflammation of the lids, face
and head, especially if of traumatic origin, Veratrum viride,
as recommended by Dr. Liebold, has proved of great value.
It is usually used locally as well as internally.
From the experience of Dr. D. J. McGuire it seems that
Veratrum viride must be an important remedy in a certain
class of ocular diseases ; and, as the following cases are of such
marked interest in illustrating the sphere of action of this
remedy, they are given in full as reported to me by the doctor.
Case I. "April 14th, 1879. Mrs. , set. 32, never had any
previous eye trouble. Vision good for all distances. Has al
ways suffered from dysmenorrhea, with severe cephalalgia just
before or after menstrual period, and for the last six years
occasional epileptiform convulsions. All of which symptoms
were interrupted during her only pregnancy and the sub
sequent period of lactation. The child died when nine months
old, and with the reestablishment of the menstrual function,
occurred the dysmenorrhoea, head pains and convulsions ; the
latter being more frequent than ever. The eye history as re
vealed at first visit was as follows: Eight weeks ago, sudden
complete loss of qualitative vision of right eye, with contracted
pupil; vision of left eye being only slightly disturbed. There
was no pain or uneasiness until two days after the loss of vision
was observed, when she had a severe attack of cephalalgia last
ing one week, with unconsciousness, fainting and vomiting;
objects appearing like balls of fire before the eyes. Had a
subsequent similar attack three weeks later. Since which
time has had aching pains in one or the other eye constantly,
increased in the evening to sharp pains; also the appearances
of stars, flashes of fire, etc. L. V. ^f. P. V. perception of light.
The ophthalmoscope revealed a circumscribed patch of cho
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roiditis (with beginning atrophy) about two and one half lines
in diameter, situated some three lines externally from macula,
with a strip of red elevated tissue extending up to and evident
ly involving the macula (thus causing the sudden loss of
vision). The patient came under my care at menstrual period,
at close of which she had the usual attack of head pain be
ginning at orbital regions and gradually extending backwards
to base and cord. After a few hours there was marked opis
thotonos, and the surface of limbs and body became highly
hypersesthetic, consecutively from above downward, following
the course of the pain. A few hours later these parts became
markedly ansesthetic. The muscles also showed decided
atrophic changes, becoming soft and attenuated, particularly
marked in those of the extremities; so -much so, in fact, that
it was more than three weeks before the patient could stand
alone. Bell., Cimicif., Arm, Nux vom., were of no avail. The
next monthly period presented the usual phases. Six hours
after the headache began I saw her. The opisthotonos was
already quite marked, and considerable hyperesthesia existed.
B. Veratrum viride, five drops in glass half full of water ; des
sertspoonful every half hour, until an impression was made.
The patient remarked a sense of relief before the second dose
was given, and five hours later, when I called, the patient was
lying quietly, and almost free from pain. There was, how
ever, well marked ansesthesia, less than in previous attacks,
followed by wasting in muscles and inability to walk unaided
for the next ten days. I may here add that the pulse at my
first visit during this attack—and I believe it to have been a
characteristic one for that stage—was' feeble, that is about
sixty per minute in frequency, soft and compressible, but under
the Veratr. rapidly improved in character. The next attack
followed the next menstruation, but the remedy was given at
the beginning, with the effect of aborting it entirely. Sub
sequent attacks were controlled by the early administration of
the remedy. The medicine was also given for from one to three
weeks following these periods, in attenuations ranging from
the 1st dec. to the 200th. August 14. R.V.£f L. V. |f. Reads
Snellen No. 4. R. E. p. 7", r. 13". L. E. p. 7", r. 18". The
 VERATRUM VIRIDE. 187

vision has, of course, reached this point by gradual stages,

which I have not thought necessary to follow here. The
patient now returned to her home, several hundred miles dis
tant, but reports that she has had no return of the headaches
or convulsions, and no longer suffers from dysmenorrhoea.
The vision remained good, and probably improved over the
above test.
Remarks.—The known influence (physiological) which this
remedy exerts over the vaso-motor function, and the clinical
results obtained in pelvic cellulitis* first led me to consider it
in this class of cases, believing that the eye trouble was the
result of sympathetic influence. In addition it will be found
that the remedy corresponded very closely symptomatically
with this case."
Case II. "Mrs. , set. 21, brunette, always had good
vision. Brown irides, good physique. Menses always infre
quent and scant. Never pregnant. Hemiplegia, paraplegia
and apoplexia have affected a number of her ancestors on
both maternal and paternal sides. Six weeks ago she was
attacked with violent pain in small of back and across hypo
gastric regions, with burning as if boiling water were being
poured over the parts, pain and violent cramping in calves
and feet with numbness and itching. Preceding these symp
toms was violent cephalalgia, beginning -in nape and base. The
pains in all these parts still exist, are acute in character and
much worse on lying down. Scalp sensitive. A written state
ment from the gynecologist in Boston who treated her during
the first weeks of her illness, showed acute metritic cellulitis.
The history of the eye trouble dates back only five days. Since
when, she has had dull pain in the left eye, with gradual fail
ure of vision, some heavy pain in the left side of head, amelio
rated by pressure, aggravated by lying down, marked retro
bulbar pain from lateral motion of or pressure on bulb. Pupil
responds to light. R. V. 1$, with convex 49, |f L. V. -fo. In
spection of fundus of right eye showed the veins markedly
* A physical examination made by Dr. Phil. Porter showed the uterus to be
enlarged in all diameters, canal lengthened and walls thickened, os being thick
and indurated.
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tortuous and dilated. (No vision disturbance noted by patient

in this eye.) Left eye : A typical " stauungspapilla, " papil
lary margins entirely obscured and presenting the character
istic gray woolly appearance. Both veins and arteries large
and tortuous. B. Verat. vir., 1st dec., in water. May 12th.
Visited patient at her residence. She thinks she suffers less
pain but the vision of left eye is now only quantitative, while
that of the right is to her perceptibly blurred. Continue Ver.
v. May 13th. Cramps and head pains all relieved ; retrobul
bar pains and soreness much less ; is able to lie comfortably in
bed and slept well during the night. Ver. v. continued. May
15th. All pain and soreness gone. May 23d. The Verat.
having been interrupted occasionally for twenty-four hours to
meet some intercurrent condition, the ophthalmoscope showed
in the left eye marked retrogressive changes. May 25th. Can
get a small crescent at outer lower quadrant of disk ; tortuosity
of veins gone. The vessels of right eye appear normal and
the sense of blurr is relieved. June 7th. R. V. \§. Hm. ^.
L. V. distinguishes hand at upper part of field. June 20th.
L. V. if. Letters seem small. Illness on my own part pre
vented later tests, but she reports vision good (probably not
full value) and general health better than in years. "
The doctor also says : " My experience with the remedy has
been quite extended, -and while I have found its principal
sphere of usefulness in diseases of the fundus oculi to be con
fined to females, it has not been entirely so. In one case of
white atrophy of the disk, in a gentleman who had gone
through a severe business excitement, the head pains were
always promptly relieved by it. In all cases, in which the
fundus disease, whether of the choroid, retina or disk, could be
traced to vaso-motor influence, the results have been most
satisfactory. "

ZINCUM.
Objective.—Agglutination of the inner canthus in the
morning, with a pressing sore feeling. Inflammation and
redness of the conjunctiva of the right eye; suppuration in the
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inner canthus ; the eyes are most painful in the evening and
night, as from sand, with frequent lachrymation ; even the
upper lid, towards the inner canthus, is red and swollen. Dur
ing the menses inflammation of the eyes.
Subjective.—Burning of the left lid, as if too dry. Feeling
of soreness in the inner canthi. Soreness of the outer canthus,
with biting pain. Pressure on the margin of the left lower
lid, near the inner canthus. Painful pressure in the right
inner canthus, with redness of the conjunctiva. Biting in the
right inner canthus, relieved by rubbing. Itching and sticking
pain in the inner angles of the eyes, with cloudiness of sight.
Feeling of dryness in the eyeball. Constant burning in the
eyes, in the afternoon. Much burning in the eyes and lids, in
the morning and evening, with feeling of dryness and pressure
in them. Constant pressure in the left eye, in the evening.
Burning and biting, with photophobia of the eye, which
waters, especially in the evening, and is agglutinated in the
morning. Tickling in the right eye, as from dust, frequently.
Sore, painful biting in the eyes, towards evening, especially in
the right eye. Violent itching of the left eye.
Vision.—Dimness of vision. A good deal of photophobia.
Green rings before the eyes.
Clinical.—The indications for Zinc., in tarsal tumors, are
well illustrated in the following case:—"A man, set. 48, having
sandy hair and blue eyes, consulted me November 8th, 1877.
He complained of soreness and almost constant itching in the
inner canthus of the right eye; also of itching in other por
tions of the body—back, hands and arms; there was an ag
gravation of all symptoms towards night. The right lower lid
was literally filled with small tumors, and in the upper lid
several were making their appearance. The caruncle was
swollen and bright red, and the ocular conjunctiva congested
towards the inner canthus. The margin of the lower lid was
thickened, indurated, bright red, and somewhat everted. Pa
tient stated that the difficulty had been coming on for about
six months. Excision of the tumors was impracticable. B.
Zincum200. In one week all soreness and itching had dis
appeared, and at the end of two months the case was dis
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charged cured, -the tumors having been completely reab

sorbed."—W. P. Fowler.
It is not unfrequently called for in inflammation of the con
junctiva, especially if confined to the canthi, — more par
ticularly the internal,—and accompanied by soreness, itching
and sticking pains at the angles of the eye, with agglutination.
It has also removed persistent redness of the conjunctiva,
remaining after pustular keratitis, without any discharge,
worse towards evening and in the cool air.
For pterygium it is a valuable remedy, as several well
marked cases have been cured. In one case, reported by Dr.
Carroll Dunham, the pterygium covered one half of the pupil
and was growing rapidly; there was much conjunctival injec
tion, lachrymation in the evening, discharge and photophobia,
especially by artificial light, pricking pain and soreness, worse
in the inner angle and in the evening, but particularly marked
was a sensation of great pressure across the root of the nose and
supra -orbital region. Zincum cured. In another case of
pterygium, which nearly covered the cornea, there was photo
phobia and profuse lachrymation at night, external canthi
cracked, much itching and heat in the eye at night, worse in
the cold air and better in a warm room; she saw a green halo
around the evening light, and had attacks of rushing of blood
to the head, etc. Under Zinc.200 the green halo first disappeared,
then the lachrymation, aggravation nights, etc.—T. F. A.
The sulphate of zinc has sometimes been employed in place
of the metal. "A case of dacryo-cysto-blennorrhcea; discharge
profuse ' muco-purulent, integument adjoining inner canthus
red and inflamed; was entirely relieved by Zincum sulph.3."—
A. Wanstall.
The sulphate of zinc may occasionally be used with advan
tage locally in acute conjunctivitis. (See Conjunctivitis, Part 2.)
PART II.
 OPHTHALMIC

THERAPEUTICS

ORBIT.

PERIOSTITIS, CARIES, NECROSIS.

{Inflammation of the Periosteum, and Caries of the Walls of the Orbit.)

The general plan of treatment is very similar to that re

commended for cellulitis, as we should at first endeavor to pre
vent destruction of tissue, but if that does occur give the pus
free vent. If the bone should be diseased the opening must
be kept open and injection of a weak solution of carbolic acid
may be used with advantage. If any loose pieces of the bone
are discovered they should be removed. The remedies de
scribed under cellulitis are also applicable to this disease ; in
addition to which we note the following :
Aurum.—For both periostitis and caries when dependent upon,
or complicated with a mercurio-syphilitic dyscrasia ; also useful in
strumous subjects. The pains are tense, and seem to be in the
bones, are worse at night, bone sensitive to touch and the
patient is excessively sensitive to the pain.
Calc. hypophos.—In appreciable doses, has been used as a
"tissue remedy" in scrofulous subjects, apparently with good
results.
Kali iod.—This form of potash is one of the most important
remedies we possess for periostitis. It is especially adapted to
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194 CELLULITIS.

the syphilitic variety, though useful when dependent upon

other causes. The pain is usually marked, though may be
absent entirely. The lids will often be cedematous. The
crude salt has seemed to act more rapidly than the attenua
tions.
Mercurius. —As described under cellulitis, this remedy will
be found very useful in both periostitis and caries, particu
larly when dependent upon syphilis, as the nocturnal aggra
vation is very marked under both the drug and disease. The
different forms are employed according to general indications.
Silicea.—Its action upon diseased bone renders it especially
valuable in caries of the orbit. The roughened bone and
moderately profuse yellow-white discharge are the principal
indications, though the weakened general condition, relief
from warmth and other concomitant symptoms will be present.
The following remedies may be required : Asaf., Calc. carb.,
Fluoric acid, Hecla lava, Lyco., Mezer., Xitr. ac., Petrol.,
Phosphor. and Sulphur.

CELLULITIS.
(Inflammation of the Cellular Tissue of the Orbit.)

When this form of inflammation results from an injury, or

the introduction of a foreign body, the latter should be first
removed, and then cold compresses of Calendula solution, or
ice bags, be employed to subdue the inflammatory symptoms.
But if suppuration has already set in, poultices should be
applied to promote the discharge of pus, which should be
evacuated at an early period, by a free incision through the
conjunctiva if practicable, if not, through the lid itself. Care
should be taken that the pus has free vent at all times. Diet
and rest should be prescribed according to the general tone of
the patient and severity of the attack.
Aconite.—In the first stage, when the lids are much swollen,
with a tight feeling in them ; chemosis, with much heat and
sensitiveness in and around the eye, and a sensation as if the
eyeball were protruding, making the lids tense; associated with
the general Aconite fever.
 MORBUS BASEDOWII. 195

Apis mel. —Before the formation of pus. Lids cedematously

swollen, with stinging, shooting pains. Patient drowsy, without
thirst.
Hepar sulph.—Especially after pus has formed. Lids
swollen and very sensitive to both touch and cold. The pains are
usually of a throbbing character.
Lachesis.—Orbital cellulitis following squint operation,
point of tenotomy sloughing, with a black spot in the centre;
chemosis, and much discharge, with general Lach. condition.
Mercurius.—In the later stages after pus has formed, and
even after it has discharged for some time and has become
thin in character, especially if occurring in a syphilitic subject.
There is often much pain in and around the eye, always worse
at night.
Phytolacca.—Inflammation of the cellular tissue of the
orbit without much pain, slow in its course and with little
tendency to suppuration. The eye will be protruded and the
infiltration into the orbit and lids will be hard and unyielding
to touch.
Rhus tox.—This is a remedy of the very first importance
in this form of inflammation, whether or not of traumatic
origin. The lids are cedematously swollen, as well as the conjunctiva,
and upon opening them, a profuse gush of tears takes place.
The pains vary in character and may be greatly influenced by
any change in the weather. Panophthalmitis is liable to com
plicate the trouble. See under Rhus. Other remedies may
be thought of, as Ars., Bell, Bry., Kali iod., Sir., Sulphur.

MORBUS BASEDOWII.
(Exophthalmic Goitre.)

We are compelled to place our chief reliance upon internal

remedies in the treatment of this disorder, though there are
several measures which may be employed as adjuvants. Gal
vanization of the sympathetic in the neck has been followed
by very good success in many instances, especially when com-*
bined with internal medication. Both tarsoraphy and ten
otomy of the levator palpebrse superioris have been advised
and employed in order to protect the partially uncovered globe.
' 196 MORBUS BASEDOWII.

These proceedings are, however, of very questionable utility.

To promote a permanent cure, rest, especially in the country;
freedom from all excitement, especially emotional; exercise in
open air; a generous diet, and abstinence from all stimulants,
are particularly required and should be insisted upon when
ever practicable.
Amyl nit.—Cases have been entirely cured by olfaction of
this drug alone. The eyes are protruding, staring, and the
conjunctival vessels injected, as well as those of the fundus.
Especially indicated when there are frequent flushes of the
face and head, oppressed respiration, etc.
Badiago.—Exophthalmic goitre, with aching pains in the
posterior portion of the eyeballs, aggravated on moving them,
accompanied by tremulous palpitation of the heart, and gland
ular swellings.
Cactus grand.—When prescribed on the heart symptoms,
cases of exophthalmic goitre have been improved.
Chloroform is said to have improved a case, occurring in a
woman, which came on after the administration of chloroform.
Ferrum.—Both the iodide and acetate have been followed
by favorable results, especially when the disease comes on
after the suppression of the menses; protruding eyes, enlarge
ment of the thyroid, palpitation of the heart, and excessive
nervousness.
Lycopus virg.—Judging from its provings, it should be a
valuable remedy in this disorder. But though experience is
reported to have.given some good results they are not as great
as one would be led to suppose.
Spongia.—Exophthalmus, enlargement of the thyroid and
palpitation of heart, great uneasiness and easily frightened,
especially at night; stitches in the ball and burning around
the eyes, with lachrymation in the light; the eye feels twisted
around; chromopsies, especially deep red, and photopsies even
when the eye is closed at night—all indicate this drug, which
has proved serviceable.
Nat. mur. and Baryta c. are reported to have cured well
marked cases. Other remedies which have been recommended
are Bell., Brom., Calc., Iod., Phos., Sil., Sulph. and Veratrum
alb. and viride.
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TUMORES.

(Tumors of the Orbit.)

The most approved method of treatment of all tumors of the

orbit is to remove them as early as possible, endeavoring to
save the eye whenever sight is present, unless it be a malig
nant growth and there is danger of not removing the whole of
the tumor without sacrificing the globe; in which case it is
usually better to remove all the contents of the orbit. A care
ful diagnosis must be made before operating, in order to aid
in the operation and prevent the opening of a vascular tumor.
Our remedies are the same as for tumors in other portions
of the body, though we would especially mention Thuja and
Kali iodata, which have been of service in some cases.

LASIONES.
( Wounds and Injuries of the Orbit.)

When a foreign body has penetrated the orbit it should be

removed as soon as possible, after which cold compresses of
Calendula in solution, or bags of ice, should be applied.
If there has been an effusion of blood into the orbit, as the
result of any injury, or when spontaneous (as is rarely the
case), causing the eye to protrude, a cold compress and a firm
bandage will be found very beneficial. In emphysema of the
orbit and lids a compress bandage will be required.
198 DACRYOCYSTITIS PHLEGMONOSA.

LACHRYMAL APPARATUS.

MORBI GLANDULE LACHRYMARUM.

(Diseases of the Lachrymal Gland.)

Affections of this gland, acute and chronic inflammation,

hypertrophy, fistulee, tumors, etc., are of rare occurrence, and
the treatment does not vary from analagous diseases in other
portions of the body.

DACRYOCYSTITIS PHLEGMONOSA.
(Phlegmonous Inflammation of the Lachrymal Sac.)

At the commencement of an inflammation of the lachrymal

sac, before the formation of pus has begun, cold compresses
(even ice) are advisable, which, together with the indicated
remedy, may cause the inflammation to abort before an abscess
has formed.
As soon, however, as pus has begun to collect in the lachry
mal sac, our treatment must undergo a decided change. The
first and most important step to be taken is the opening of the
canaliculus into the sac and the evacuation of its contents,
thus giving the pus free exit through the natural channel.
This, as we have said, must be done as soon as suppuration is
suspected, for if not attended to, an opening externally will be
made, and a lachrymal fistula may be the result. But if the
disease has so far advanced that perforation is inevitable, a
free incision into the sac should be made externally, after
which, and also in case the abscess has opened spontaneously,
warm compresses may be employed for twenty-four or forty-
eight hours, but must not be continued too long. After the
subsidence of the inflammation this opening will usually close
without trouble, though it may be necessary to open the nasal
duct and establish a free passage for the tears before it closes.
Probing of the nasal duct should be avoided, until the severity
. of the inflammation has subsided. Warm applications should
 DACRYOCYSTITIS CATARRHALIS. 199

be substituted for the cold as soon as suppuration has com

menced. Among the best of those in use is a solution of Cal
endula. Internal medication during the whole course of the
disease will form an important feature in the treatment. Aeon.,
Puis., Sil. and Itepar are most commonly called for, but for
special indications refer to "blennorrhcea of the lachrymal sac."
Under this treatment the inflammatory symptoms usually
disappear, though a catarrhal condition of the lachrymal sac
may remain behind, which requires further treatment.

DACRYO-CYSTITIS CATARRHALIS ET BLENNOR-

RHCEICA; STRICTURA DUCTUS LACHRYMALIS.
(Catarrhal and Blennorrhceal Inflammation of the Lachrymal Sac; Stricture or
Closure of the Lachrymal Duct.)

Since lachrymal diseases are frequently dependent upon

nasal catarrh, treatment must be directed to this affection ; if
aggravated by the presence of nasal polypi, or caused by for
eign bodies, these must of course be removed.
As in nearly all cases of blennorrhcea of the sac a more or
less firm stricture of the lachrymal duct is present, this will
require our special attention. Slight or moderate strictures
(almost always dependent upon catarrhal inflammation) may
be treated by appropriate medication, from which better re
sults will be finally obtained than from probing. If there is
a stricture in the canaliculus, as is often the case, at the en
trance to sac, so as to prevent the collection of tears and dis
eased secretions in the sac from being readily pressed out, the
canaliculus should be divided at once. If the stricture in the
nasal duct is so great as to almost close it, or if there is closure,
it is better to divide the stricture in four sections (Stilling's
operation). The advisability of probing immediately after
the operation is still a disputed point. If there is considerable
catarrhal inflammation with tendency to heal quickly, espe
cially in adults, I do not hesitate to use probes as large as pos
sible, every day for a week or so, and then increase the inter
vals between their introduction according to the tendency of
the stricture to contract. Bowman's silver probes are more
200 DACRYOCYSTITIS CATARRHALIS.

commonly employed (from No. 1 to 8), although leaden probes

have been used with advantage. If there is very little catar
rhal inflammation, especially in children, it is not always
necessary to probe after Stilling's operation. Gradual dilata
tion of strictures by using . larger and larger probes has fre
quently been followed by favorable results, although the
benefit is liable to be only temporary. Marked benefit has
also been observed from electrolysis, and there is no doubt it
should be more extensively employed.
In the treatment of the blennorrhcea, a free vent for the se
cretions through the opened or unopened canaliculus being
present, the patient should be instructed to press out the mat
ter several times a day. Also anything that tends to produce
irritation, as cold winds and overexertion of the eyes, should
be avoided. Mild astringent injections of boraccic acid,
sulphate of zinc or the like may sometimes prove very ser
viceable.
Aconite.—Inflammation of the lachrymal sac, with great
heat, dryness, tenderness, sharp pains and general fever.
Argentum nit.—Discharge very profuse, caruncula lachry-
malis swollen, looking like a lump of red flesh; conjunctiva
usually congested. Argentum met. has relieved a case of
stricture.
Arum triph.—Catarrh of the lachrymal sac, with desire to
bore into that side of the nose; nose obstructed, compelling to
breathe through the mouth; nostrils sore, the left discharges
continually.
Calendula.—As a local application in blennorrhoea of the
sac, after the canaliculus has been opened, it has been found
useful, especially in cases of great tenderness.
Euphrasia.—Much thick, yellow, acrid discharge, making the
lids sore and excoriated. Blurring of the vision relieved by
winking. Thin, watery bland discharge from the nose.
Hepar sulph. — Inflammation of the lachrymal sac after
pus has formed or in blennorrhea, with great sensitiveness to
touch and to cold, with profuse discharge. Also useful in con
trolling the discharge after the canaliculus has been opened.
Mercurius.—Discharge thin and excoriating; acrid coryza;
nocturnal aggravation.
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Petroleum.— Discharge from the lachrymal sac, with rough

ness of the cheek, occipital headache, and other marked con
comitant symptoms.
Pulsatilla.—One of the most important remedies for dacryo
cystitis, which may sometimes be cut short at its very begin
ning with it, and may be useful at any stage of the inflam
mation. It is also important in blennorrhea of the sac if the
discharge is profuse and bland. Profuse thick and bland dis
charge from the nose; especially beneficial in children.
Silicea.—Occasionally indicated in dacryocystitis character
ized by the usual symptoms; even cases that have far advanced
toward suppuration, have been checked. Blennorrhcea of the
lachrymal sac often calls for it. The patient is {particularly
sensitive to cold air and wishes to keep warmly covered.
Stanuum.—Very favorable results have frequently been ob
tained in controlling the yellow-white discharge from the
lachrymal sac, itching or sharp pain in the inner canthus, es
pecially at night.
Other remedies which have been recommended and proved
useful are Bell., Calc., Cinnab., Hydrast., Kali iod., Merc. prot.,
Nat. mur., Nux, Sulph., and Zinc. sulph.

FISTULA LACHRYMALIS.
(Fistula of the Lachrymal Sac.)

The first point to be attended to, is to see that the passage is

free into the nose. We must therefore slit up the canaliculus
and divide any stricture found in the nasal duct, providing it
is sufficient to interfere with the flow of tears; after which the
canal should be kept open.
The fistula must now be healed, and if recent, this is best
done by touching the edges with a stick of nitrate of silver.
Packing it with alumen exsiccatum has also proved of advan
tage. If the edges of the fistula are healed and covered with
smooth skin, it will be necessary to pare the edges and unite
with a suture.
The following remedies have been advised and may have
been of service in recent cases, though we doubt if any
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effect can be obtained in old chronic fistulse: Brom., Calc.,

Fluoric ac., Lach., Merc., Nat. mur., Petrol., Sil., and Sulph.

LIDS.

(EDEMA.

As this condition is usually dependent upon some constitu

tional cause or severe form of inflammation of the conjunc
tiva, cornea, or iris, it should be considered only a symptom
which will disappear when the original trouble subsides. We
are, however, called upon for relief of this troublesome and
disfiguring symptom, when no special cause can be readily
found. Our remedies are generally all we require for its re
moval, though a compress bandage may materially assist in
some instances.
The chief remedies are: Apis, Arsen., Kali carb.. and Rhus.
(See Part I for special indications.)
In emphysema of the lids use a compress bandage.
For erythema of the lids Bellad. or Apis will be most fre
quently required.

BLEPHARITIS ACUTA.
(Acute Phlegmonous Inflammation [Abscess] of the Lids.)

By a careful selection of our remedy in the first stage, we

can often cause the inflammation to subside before suppuration
has taken place. It is also possible to promote the resolution
and discharge of pus already formed. Cold (iced) applications
are recommended if the disease is seen at the outset; but if we
suspect that the formation of pus has commenced, a change to
hot applications (poultices) should be made.
As soon as fluctuation can be felt, a free incision into the
swelling parallel to the margin of the lids should be made, in
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order to give free vent to the confined pus. After the escape
of the pus, warm applications of Calendula and water (ten
drops to the ounce) are advised. A compress bandage should
also be employed if the abscess is extensive, so as to keep the
lid in position and the walls of the abscess in contact, and
thus hasten the union.
If it has already spontaneously opened, the perforation
should be enlarged if it be insufficient and unfavorably situ
ated; also if there be several apertures, they should be united
by an incision, in order to leave as small a cicatrix as possible.
A generous diet should be prescribed.
Aconite.—In the very first stage, when the lids are swollen,
red, hard, and with a tight feeling in them; also when they
are very sensitive to air and touch, with great heat and burn
ing. There is hardly any lachrymation present. General
febrile symptoms often accompany the above.
Apis mel.—Incipient stage before the formation of pus, if
there is great puffiness of the lids, especially of the upper, with
stinging pains. Much swelling of the lids of a reddish-blue
color; temporary relief from cold water. There is often
chemosis and the lachrymation is profuse, hot and burning
(Rhus), though not acrid as under Arsenicum. Drowsiness
and absence of thirst are often present.
Arsenicum. —When the inflammation of the lids is de
pendent upon, or associated with a general cachectic habit,
great prostration, restlessness, especially at night, much thirst,
etc. The lids may be cedematously swollen, especially the
lower, though not usually very red. The pains are of a decided
burning character, and the lachrymation profuse, hot and acrid,
excoriating the lids and cheek.
Hepar sulph.—This is the remedy most frequently employ
ed, especially after the first stage has passed, and suppuration
is about to, or has already taken place. The lids are inflamed,
as if erysipelas had invaded them, with throbbing, aching,
stinging pains in them, and are very sensitive to touch; the
pains are aggravated by cold and from contact, but ameliorated
by warmth.
Rhus tox.—When there is a tendency to the formation of
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an abscess; lids cedcmatously swollen (especially the upper),

and accompanied by profuse lachrymation ; there may be erysi
pelatous swelling of the lids with vesicles on the skin. Chemosis
is often present. The pains are worse at night, and in cold,
damp weather, but relieved by warm applications.
Silicea.—Indicated after suppuration has commenced.
Silicca is more particularly called for in the carbuncular form,
and especially if the patient is ven' nervous and the local
symptoms are accompanied by sharp pains in the head, ame
liorated by wrapping up warm.
Graph., Puis., and Sulph., are said to have been of service.
The special indications are to be found under blepharitis ciliaris.

BLEPHARITIS CILIARIS.
{Inflammation of the Edges of the Lids.)

(Syn. tinea tarsi, ophthalmia tarsi, blepharitis marginalis

seu tarsalis, blepharadenitis, etc.) Including, acne ciliaris,
eczema palpebrarum and phtheiriasis ciliarum.
" Tolle causam" should be our motto in contending against
this trouble ; for, unless the causes are removed (and they are
many) no headway can be made in the treatment.
First, we should, as a rule, examine the refraction of the
patient, whether he be hypermetropic or myopic, for often we
find this to be the chief cause (especially hypermetropia), par
ticularly when there is only slight inflammation of the edges
of the lids, giving them a red, irritable look, with little
scurfs on the cilisc. If any anomaly of refraction is discovered
it must first be corrected by the proper glasses, which is some
times sufficient to cure the whole trouble, though afterwards
some external application or internal medication may also be
needed.
In rare cases the presence of lice on the eyelashes may be the
exciting cause (phtheiriasis ciliarum), when we should be
careful to remove them, and apply either cosmoline or some
mercurial ointment, which will destroy them, and prevent
their recurrence.
Fungous growths in the hair follicles are also said to cause
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this disease, in which case the hairs should be extirpated, and

either external or internal medication employed.
Blepharitis ciliaris is often developed secondarily after some
other trouble of the eye, as conjunctivitis, keratitis, etc., besides
being often found as a sequela of acute exanthemata., as small
pox, measles, etc.
In some persons there seems to be a pre-disposition to this
trouble, for it will occur after almost any constitutional disturb
ance.
Another cause is frequently found in affections of the lachry
mal canal, particularly catarrh of the lachrymal sac, and
stricture of the duct ; in these cases the tears being hindered
from flowing through their natural passage into the nose, col
lect in the eye, flow over the lids and down the cheek ; thus
the retention of the tears will cause an inflammation of the
margins and eventually of the whole structure of the lids.
Any other affection which will have the same result (flowing
of the tears over the lids) will, of course, produce the same
trouble, and this is often found in slight degrees of eversion of
the lower lids (ectropion) which displace the puncta lachry-
malis, and thus prevent the tears from passing into the sac.
In all such cases, the first thing to be done is to open the
canaliculus into the sac, and if necessary the nasal duct into
the nose, so as to give a free passage for the tears into that
organ, after which the treatment is the same as in uncompli
cated cases.
But the most common causes of ciliary blepharitis are expos
ure to wind, dust, smoke, etc., especially when complicated
with want of cleanliness; it is for this reason we see this trouble
so frequently among the poorer classes. As it is upon this
point—cleanliness—that the success of our treatment depends
to a great extent, we should impress upon the patient's mind
the necessity of it, in terms as forcible as possible.
They should be directed to remove the scales or crusts from
the margins of the lids as soon as formed, not allowing them to
remain even a few minutes. This should not be done by rub
bing, as the patient is inclined to do on account of the itching
sensation, for by so doing, excoriations are made, lymph is
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thrown out, and new scabs form, which only aggravate the in
flammation. But they should be directed to moisten the crusts
in warm water, and then carefully remove them with a piece
of fine linen, or by drawing the cilise between the thumb and
fingers; at the same time gentle traction may be made on the
lashes, so as to remove all that are loose, as they act only as
foreign bodies. Sometimes the scabs are so thick and firm,
that moistening in warm water is not sufficient to remove
them ; in such cases, hot compresses or poultices should be ap
plied for ten or twenty minutes at a time, until they can be
easily taken away.
In the treatment of chronic inflammation of the margins of
the lids, external applications are of great value and without
their use a cure is often impossible. It is true that a careful
attention to cleanliness, together with the internal administra
tion of the indicated remedy, will cure a large proportion of
our cases, but the duration of treatment will be usually much
longer than if we employ local means at the same time we give
internal remedies.
Cosmoline or Vaseline.—This unguent has been of great
service in the treatment of ciliary blepharitis. It may be used
alone or to form a base for the administration of other reme
dies. It prevents the formation of new scales and the aggluti
nation of the lids, besides seeming to exert a beneficial influ
ence over the progress of the disease. This, like all other oint
ments, should be used once or twice a day, or even oftener if
the case is very severe. All scales or crusts should first be
carefully removed ; after which a very little of the ointment
may be applied to the edge of the lids with the finger or camel's
hair brush. The smallest amount possible to oil the ciliary
margins of the lids should be applied, as an aggravation of the
inflammation may result from its too free use.
Grapho-vaseline.—Graphites, as will be seen in the symp
tomatology, is more commonly indicated in ciliary blepharitis
than any other one remedy. Many cures have resulted from
its internal administration alone, when indicated, but more
brilliant results may be obtained by employing at the same
time locally the following collyrium :
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B. Graphites, gr. ij.

Vaseline, 3ij.
Misce.
Mercury.—For years this has been a favorite local applica
tion in ciliary blepharitis. It seems to be better adapted to
the severe forms of inflammation of the lids than Graphites,
for there is more redness, more swelling, more secretion
and more tendency toward ulceration. The two following
prescriptions have been employed with the most favorable re
sults, especially the yellow oxide :
B. Hydrarg. oxyd. flav., gr. ij.
Vaseline, 5ij.
Misce.
B. Liq. Hydrarg. Nitr., gtt. iij.
01 Morrhua), 3ij.
Misce.
In some cases more of the mercury is used, in others less, ac
cording to the severity of the symptoms.
Various other ointments and washes have been used with
variable success. The use of milk, cream, lard and simple
cerate, to prevent the lids from sticking together have also
been of aid, with internal medication.
Aconite.—Chiefly called for in the acute variety of this
trouble, especially when caused from exposure to cold dry winds.
The lids—especially the upper—are red and swollen, with a tight
feeling in them, while great heat, dryness, burning and sensitiveness
to air are present; the dry heat is temporarily relieved by cold
water. The conjunctiva is usually implicated. Concomitant
symptoms of fever, thirst and restlessness, are to be taken into
consideration.
Alumina.—Chronic inflammation of the lids (particularly
if complicated with granulations) characterized by burning
and dryness of the lids, especially in the evening ; itching, dry
ness and excoriation at the canthi. Absence of lachrymalion.
There is not usually much destruction of tissue nor great
thickening of the lids.
Antimonium crud.—Obstinate cases in which the lids are
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red, swollen and moist, with pustules on the face. Especially

in cross children. Pustules on the ciliary margins.
Argentum nit.—Lids sore, very red and swollen, especially
when complicated with granular conjunctivitis, or some other
external trouble. There is usually profuse discharge from the
eyes, causing firm agglutination in the morning. The symp
toms are often relieved in the cold air, or by cold applications,
and may be associated with headache, pain in root of the
nose, etc.
Arsenicum.—Inflammation of the margins of the lids,
which are thick, red, and excoriated by the burning acrid lachry-
mation. The cheek may also be excoriated. The lids are
sometimes cedematously swollen and spasmodically closed,
especially when the cornea is at the same time affected. The
characteristic burning pains are important and usually present.
The general condition of the patient decides us in its selection,
as the great restlessness, aggravation after midnight, and
thirst are commonly seen in scrofulous children.
Aurum.—Rarely useful in uncomplicated blepharitis, except
when occurring in scrofulous, or syphilitic subjects, after the
abuse of mercury. The lids may be red and ulcerated, with
stinging, pricking or itching pain in them. Cilise rapidly
fall out.
Calcarea carb.—Blepharitis occurring in persons inclined
to grow fat, or in unhealthy, "pot-bellied" children of a scrofu
lous diathesis, who sweat much about the head. The lids are
red, swollen and indurated. Inflammation of the margins of
the lids, causing loss of the eyelashes, with thick, purulent,
excoriating discharge, and burning, sticking pains. Great
itching and burning of the margins of the lids, particularly at
the canthi; throbbing pain in the lids. Most of the eye symp
toms are worse in the morning, on moving the eyes, and in
damp weather. Great reliance should be placed on the general
cachexia of the patient.
Calcarea iodata.—Seems to act better than the carbonate
in blepharitis found in those unhealthy children afflicted with
enlargement of the glands, and especially of the tonsils.
Causticum.—Blepharitis, with warts on the eyebrows and

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lids. The symptoms are ameliorated in the open air. Feeling

of sand in the eye.
Chamomilla.—Of benefit as an intercurrent remedy, even
if it does not complete the cure, in cross, peevish children who
want to be carried. The local symptoms are not marked.
Cinnabaris.—Ciliary blepharitis, with dull pain over or
around the eye. There may be dryness of the eye, or consider
able discharge.
Croton tig.—When there is complicated with the blephari
tis a vesicular eruption on the lids and face.
Euphrasia. —A valuable remedy, if the lids are red,
swollen, and excoriated by the profuse, acrid, muco-purulent
discharge, or even if ulcerated.
The lachrymation is also profuse, acrid, and burning; often
accompanied by fluent coryza. The cheek around the eye is
also usually sore and red from the nature of the discharges.
Graphites.—This is one of the most important remedies we
possess for the chronic form of this disease, though may be
indicated in acute attacks, especially if complicated with ulcers
or pustules on the cornea. Particularly useful if the inflam
mation occurs in scrofulous subjects covered with cczematous
eruptions, chiefly on the head and behind the ears, which are
moist, fissured, and bleed easily. The edges of the lids are
slightly swollen of a pale red color, and covered with dry
scales or scurfs, or the margins may be ulcerated. The inflam
mation may be confined to the canthi, especially the outer,
which have a great tendency to crack and bleed, upon any attempt to
open. Burning and dryness of the lids are often present, also
biting and itching, causing a constant desire to rub them. It
is important in eczema of the lids, if the eruption is moist, with
tendency to crack, while the margins are covered with scales
or crusts.
Hepar sulph.—Especially adapted to acute phlegmonous
inflammation, though also may be useful in certain forms of
blepharitis in which the lids are inflamed, sore and corroded,
as if eaten out, or if small red swellings are found along the
margins of the lids, which are painful in the evening and
upon touch. There is general amelioration from warmth. Often
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called for when the meibomian glands are affected. For

eczema palpebrarum in which the scabs are thick and honey
comb in character on and around the lids, it is very valuable.
Mercurius sol.—Very favorable results have been gained
by this remedy in blepharitis, especially if dependent upon or
found in a syphilitic subject, or if caused from working over
fires or forges. The lids are thick, red, swollen and ulcerated (par
ticularly the upper) and sensitive to heat or cold and to touch.
Profuse acrid lachrymation is usually present, which makes the
lids sore, red and painful, especially worse in the open air or
by the constant application of cold water. All the symptoms
are worse in the evening after going to bed and from warmth in
general, also from the glare of a fire or any artificial light.
The concomitant symptoms should receive special attention,
as excoriation of the nose from the acrid coryza, flabby condi
tion of the tongue, nocturnal pains, etc., etc.
Mercurius corr.—This form of mercury differs very little
in its symptomatology from the above, and that is chiefly
in degree, as the pains are generally more severe and spasmodic
in character, lachrymation more profuse and acrid, secretions
thinner and more excoriating, and inflammatory swelling greater
than in any other preparation. It has proved curative in
inflammatory swelling of indurated lids, inflammatory swell
ing of cheeks and parts around the orbits, which are covered
with small pustules, and especially in scrofulous inflammation
of the lids. Nocturnal aggravation of the symptoms is usually
present.
Mezereum.—Blepharitis accompanied by tinea capitis ; or
eczema of the lids and head, characterized by thick hard scabs,
from under which pus exudes on pressure.
Natrum mur.—Ciliary blepharitis, particularly if caused
by the use of caustics (nitrate of silver). The lids are thick
and inflamed, smart and burn, with a feeling of sand in the
eye. The lachrymation is acrid, excoriating the lids and
cheeks, making them glossy and shining; often accompanied by
eczema.
Nux vom.—Chronic inflammation of the lids, with smart
ing and dryness, especially worse in the morning. It is partic-

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ularly indicated in ciliary blepharitis dependent upon gastric

disturbances.
Petroleum.—Has been of benefit in ciliary blepharitis,
especially if combined with the use of cosmoline externally.
Great reliance should be placed on the occipital headache,
rough skin, etc., generally found when this drug is indicated,
though has been used with advantage when no marked symp
toms were present.
Psorinum.—Old chronic cases of inflammation of the lids,
especially when subject to occasional exacerbations. It has
also been of service in the acute variety when the internal
surface of the lids was chiefly affected, with considerable pho
tophobia. Particularly indicated in a strumous diathesis, with
unhealthy offensive discharges from the eyes.
Pulsatilla. —Blepharitis, both acute and chronic, especially
if the glands of the lids are affected (blepharadenitis) or when
there is a great tendency to the formation of styes or abscesses
on the margin of the palpebral. Blepharitis resulting from
high living or fat food and when accompanied by acne of the
face; also in cases in which the lachrymal passages are in
volved. The swelling, redness and discharges vary, though
the latter are more often profuse and bland, causing agglutina
tion of the lids in the morning. Itching and burning are the
chief sensatiouo experienced. The symptoms are usually
aggravated in the evening, in a warm room or in a cold draught
of air, but ameliorated in the cool open air.
Rhus tox.—Its chief use is in acute phlegmonous inflam
mation of the lids, and erysipelas; though may be of service in
acute aggravations of chronic inflammation from exposure in
wet weather or when worse at that time, with much swelling of
the lids and profuse lachrymation.
Sepia.—Chronic inflammation of the edges of the lids with
scales on the cilise and small pustules on the lid margins (acne
ciliaris). Feeling as if the lids were too heavy, or as if they
were too tight and did not cover the ball. Worse morning and
evening.
Silicea.—Blepharitis from working in a damp place or
being in the cold air. (Calc., Rhus.)
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Staphisagria.—Blepharitis, in which the margins of the

lids are dry with hard nodules on the borders and destruction
of the hair follicles. Itching of the lids.
Sulphur.—A remedy called for, especially in the chronic
form of this disease and when found in children of a strumous
diathesis, who are irritable and cross by day and restless and
feverish by night; also for blepharitis appearing after the sup
pression of an eruption or when the patient is covered with
eczema. The lids are red, swollen and agglutinated in the
morning, or there may be numerous small itching pustules
on the margins. The pains are usually of a sticking character,
though we may have itching, biting, burning and a variety of
other sensations in the lids. There is generally great aversion
to water so that they cannot bear to have the eyes washed. Ecze-
matous affections of the lids, like eczema in other portions of
the body, which indicate Sulphur, are often controlled.
Tellurium.—Eczema of the lids, especially if complicated
with a moist eruption behind the ears and offensive otorrhcea
smelling like fish brine.
In addition to the above, the following remedies have also
proved serviceable : Ant. crud., Apis mel., Arg. met., Lyco.,
Merc. nitr., Merc. prot., Sang., Seneg.

ERYSIPELAS.

Externally, warm applications should be employed, either

dry or moist, as may be most agreeable to the patient. If the
chemosis is very great and firm, so as to endanger the nutri
tion of the cornea, incisions of the conjunctiva at different
points are advisable. If pus has formed, a. free incision must
be made at once to allow it to escal)e, in order that the scar
and contraction of the tissues may be as small as possible.
Careful attention must be paid to the general hygienic condi
tion of the patient. The diet must be generous, and stimulants
may be employed with advantage.
Apis mel.—Erysipelatous inflammation of the lids, with ad
jacent smooth swelling of the face, especially if accompanied
with chemosis. The upper lid is particularly oedematously swollen
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and hangs like a sack over the eye. The photophobia and lachry-
mation are often very marked. There may be stinging, itch
ing, burning, or a swollen feeling around the eyes and in the
brows; also severe shooting pains over the eye (right) extending
into the ball. The patient may be drowsy and thirstless
(reverse of Arsenicum), and is usually worse in the evening or
forepart of the night.
Arsenicum. — Erysipelas of the lids, associated with the
general cachectic Arsenic condition, great prostration, restlessness,
thirst, etc. The lids are swollen and cedematous, especially
the lower (though mostly non- inflammatory and painless).
The pains are of a decided burning character, while the ag
gravations are periodic, especially after midnight. (Apis
before midnight.)
Belladonna.—Lids and surrounding tissues red, swollen and
congested, with throbbing pain in them. The integument may
be bright red and shining, though has not the peculiar cede
matous look found under Apis and Rhus. Absence of lachry-
mation predominates, in this respect differing from the other
remedies mentioned. The inflammation is no more marked
in one lid than in the other. Conjunctiva usually congested.
The face is flushed and the headache severe, of a throbbing
character.
Rhus tox.—Erysipelas of the lids, whether traumatic or
not, if there is much cedematous, erysipelatous swelling of the lids
and face, with small watery vesicles scattered over the surface, and
drawing pains in the cheek and head. The lids are usually
spasmodically closed and upon opening them a profuse gush of
tears takes place. There is usually chemosis, and the aggrava
tion of the symptoms is especially in the latter part of the
night and in damp weather. Especially useful if resulting
from exposure in the wet, getting the feet wet, or from change
in the weather.
Terebinth has been successfully employed in some cases of
erysipelas.
Veratrum vir.— Erysipelas of the lids and surrounding
tissues, especially if traumatic in origin. It should be used
externally as well as internally.

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HORDEOLUM.
(Stye.)

We are not often called upon to prescribe for a single stye,

but usually to prevent the recurrence of successive crops. If
the case is seen at its very outset, especially if severe, cold
compresses may be used with advantage, though usually more
benefit is derived, especially after its commencement, from hot
poultices. If pus has formed, as shown by a yellow point, a
small incision can be made to permit its ready escape. If de
pendent, as it frequently is, upon impairment of the general
health, proper hygienic measures must be advised.
Graphites.—Useful in preventing the recurrence of styes.
(Compare general symptoms of patient.)
Hepar.—Indicated if suppuration has already commenced,
with throbbing pain, great sensitiveness to touch and amelioration
by warmth.
Pulsatilla.—This is an excellent remedy for styes of every
description and in every stage of the disease. If given early
before the formation of pus, it will often cause them to abort;
if used later, relief from the pain and hastening of the process
of cure is frequently produced, while as a remedy for the pre
vention of the recurrence of successive crops it is often of great
value. It is especially useful if dependent upon some gastric
derangement, as from indulgence in high living, fat food, etc.,
and if accompanied by acne of the face; also when found in
amenorrhceic females or the peculiar Pulsatilla temperament.
Staphisagria.—Recurrence of styes, especially on the lower
lid, which are inclined to abort and leave little hard nodules
in the lids.
Sulphur. —To prevent the recurrence of successive crops,
especially in a strumous diathesis, as shown by eruptions,
boils, etc., in various portions of the body. Cannot bear to
have the eyes washed and is restless and feverish at night.
Thuja. — Obstinate forms of styes, which seem to resist
treatment and form little hard nodules on the margins of
the lids.
The following remedies have also been recommended and

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used with advantage: Aeon., Arsen., Calc., Caust., Con., Elec

tricity, Lyco., Merc., Pic. ac., Phosph. ac., Rhus, and Silicea.

ULCUS SYPHILITICA ET EXANTHEMATA.

(Sy/ihilitic and Exanthematous Affections of the Lids. )

Syphilitic ulcers may involve all the tissues of the lids, in

cluding the palpebral conjunctiva. They are obstinate in
their course, and may cause destruction of the entire lid;
therefore require careful attention. The local use of caustics
is often indispensable, and that which has proved most bene
ficial in my experience has been the acid nitrate of mercury.
The remedies which have been found most efficacious are the
following, prescribed according to general indications: Ars.,
Apis, Aurum, Cinnab., Hepar, Kali iod., Merc., Nitric acid, and
Thuja.
The various exanthematous affections of the lids in small
pox, scarlet fever, measles, etc., will not usually require espe
cial attention.
Herpes zoster frontalis, a rare but painful disease, must be
treated by internal medication. The remedies most useful are,
Ars., Croton tig., Electricity, Graph., Merc., Puls., Ranunculus
bulb., and Rhus.

EPITHELIOMA, LUPUS, SARCOMA.

(Malignant Tumors of the Lids.)

Cases of malignant tumor are reported to have been cured

by our remedies, but owing, probably, to our limited knowl
edge, many cases prove very obstinate to internal medication.
Excision is therefore advised, if the disease is circumscribed
and moderate in extent ; care being taken that all the morbid
tissue is removed. The edges of the wound may be brought
together by sutures, or a plastic operation may be made, bring
ing the integument from the temple or some adjoining point.
Various caustics have also been employed, chief among
which may be mentioned, caustic potash, nitrate of silver,
chloride of zinc, arsenic paste, and acetic acid. Electrolysis
has been recommended.
216 TUMORES NON MALIGNI.

If the disease is very extensive, involving the tissues of the

face to such an extent that extirpation is impracticable, we
then rely chiefly upon our internal remedies, using only such
local applications as prove agreeable and of temporary relief
to the patient. For instance, if the discharge is profuse and
offensive, a weak solution of carbolic acid, salicylic acid, or
some other disinfectant, proves of service. An application
from which we have often seen excellent results is carbolic
acid and linseed oil (4 grains to the ounce) ; it relieves the
patient, and seems to exert a beneficial effect over the progress
of the disease.
Apis.—Lupus non exedens, sharp, stinging pains, and ten
dency towards puffiness of the lower lids.
Hydrocotyle asiatica.—Has obtained a high reputation
in the hands of Dr. Boileau as a remedy for lupus, and de
serves our attention. (We have, however, failed to perceive
any results from its use.)
Phytolacca dec.—Benefit seems to have been derived in
relieving, if not curing malignant ulcers of the lids, when
used both externally and internally.
Thuja.—Epithelioma of the lids.

TUMORES NON MALIGNI.

[Benign Tumors of the Lids, Chalazion, Verucce, Sebaceous, Fibroid, Fatty, etc.)

Excision, as a rule, is the most satisfactory.. treatment of

tarsal tumors, providing there is only one or two. But as it is
usually tedious and painful to remove a small solid tumor, we
may substitute for excision, pricking of the tumor with the
point of a knife, and stirring up of its contents. This will
cause a slight inflammation which will hasten absorption. It
may have to be repeated several times, but as there will be
little pain attending the operation, no objection will be made
by the patient. This is also the most efficacious treatment in
cases of multiple tumors. After opening, and at other times
also, I usually apply locally the indicated remedy—especially
the tincture of Thuja. In the case of cystic tumors the whole
of the cyst wall should be removed ; it may be destroyed by
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the use of a seton, but removal with the knife is usually more
satisfactory. Many cases have been cured by internal medica
tion alone, and remedies should always be employed, whether
the knife is used or not, for they no doubt hasten the care and
serve to prevent recurrence.
Calcarea carb.—Tarsal tumors occurring in fat, flabby
subjects.
Causticum.—Tumors, especially warts found on the lids
and eyebrows.
Conium.—Indurations of the lids, remaining after inflam
mation.
Hepar.—Tarsal tumors that have become inflamed and are
sensitive to touch.
Pulsatilla.—Tarsal tumors of recent origin that are subject
to inflammation, or are accompanied by catarrhal conditions
of the eye. The temperament and general symptoms will
decide the choice.
Staphisagria.—An important remedy for tumors of the
lid. Enlargement of the glands of the lids, which are red and
accompanied by tensive tearing pains, especially in the eve
ning. For little indurations of the lids, resulting from styes, or,
for successive crops of small tarsal tumors, this drug is espe
cially indicated.
Thuja.—This is one of the most valuable remedies for
tarsal tumors, whether single or multiple, especially if they
appear like a condyloma, either on the internal or external
surface of the lid. We have seen them disappear by simply
giving the drug internally, though it usually seems to act more
speedily if we use, at the same time, the tincture externally.
It is also recommended for the prevention of their return after
removal by the knife, and for hastening their absorption after
operation. For condylomata, or warty excrescences on the lids,
especially if occurring in syphilitic subjects, this drug deserves
attention.
Zincum.—Tumors of the lids with soreness and itching in the
internal canthi.
Baryta carb. and iod., Graph., Lyco., Kali iod., Merc, Nitric
acid, Sep., Sil. and Sulph. may be required.

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PTOSIS.
(Drooping of the Upper Lid.)

This affection is usually associated with paralysis of one or

more of the ocular muscles supplied by the same nerve—oculo-
motorius—though frequently only those twigs which supply
the levator palpebral superioris are involved, giving rise to
simple drooping of the lid. In the treatment, chief reliance
must be placed upon internal medication, though sometimes
Electricity proves of great value, either used alone or in con
nection with the indicated remedy. If the disease resists all
treatment — dependent upon irremediable causes — operative
measures must be resorted to.
Alumina.—The upper lids are weak, seem to hang down as
if paralyzed, especially the left. Burning dryness in the eyes,
especially on looking up. Absence of lachrymation. Particu
larly useful for loss of power in the upper lids met with in old
dry cases of granulations.
Causticum. —More benefit has probably been derived from
this remedy in the treatment of ptosis than from any other.
Its special indication is, drooping of the lid resulting from expos
ure to cold (Rhus, from damp cold). The symptoms in the
provings very strongly point to Caust. as a remedy in this dis
order, as, "inclination to close the eyes ; they close involuntarily.
Sensation of heaviness in the upper lid as if he could not
raise it easily, etc."
Euphrasia.—If caused from exposure to cold and wet, and
accompanied by catarrhal symptoms of the conjunctiva.
Ledum.—Ptosis resulting from an injury, with ecchymosis
of the lids and conjunctiva.
Rhus tox.—Especially if found in a rheumatic diathesis, and
if the cause can be traced to working in the wet, getting the feet
damp, or to change in the weather. Heaviness and stiffness of
the lids, like a paralysis, as if it were difficult to move them.
There may be aching, drawing pains in the head and face or
they may be absent. The concomitant symptoms will point
to its selection, though it has proved useful when none are
present.

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Spigelia.—Ptosis, resulting from inflammation or other

causes, in which sharp stabbing pains throvgh the eye are present.
Sometimes hot scalding lachrymation accompanies the above.
Gelsemium, Stannum and Conium have been favorably em
ployed in this affection, especially the former. (Compare paraly
sis of the muscles.)

BLEPHAROSPASMUS.
(Spasm of the Lids.)

True spasm of the lids is usually dependent upon corneal

troubles and is relieved with them. It may, however, be in
dependent of such affections, when remedies must be pre
scribed for the spasm "per se." Division of the affected nerve
may be necessary in aggravated cases.
Morbid nictitation is of frequent occurrence, especially in
nervous and delicate persons. If there is any anomaly of re
fraction, it must first be corrected by the proper glass. The
general health must be attended to.
Agaricus.— Twitchings of the lids with a feeling of heaviness
in them, relieved during sleep and sometimes temporarily by
washing in cold water. Spasms of the lids. It is very rare
to meet a case of morbid nictitation which will not yield to
this remedy. Four drop doses of the tincture two or three
times a day will often relieve when the potencies fail.
Other remedies which have proved useful in individual
cases are Alumina, Cicuta, Ignatia, Nux v., Physos., and
Pulsat.
TRICHIASIS, DISTICHIASIS.

(Ingrowing Eyelashes.)

The treatment of distorted eyelashes is chiefly surgical,

being rarely if ever amenable to internal medication. The
most common method of dealing with them, if few in num
ber, is to extract them as fast as they grow and irritate the
eye. Frequent evulsions may in time cause the hair bulbs to
atrophy, and thus cure the case, though usually this treatment
220 ENTROPIUM—ECTROPIUM.

is only palliative. To obtain a permanent cure operative

measures must be resorted to, and a variety of these have been
devised and employed with more or less favorable results. If
the faulty position is limited to a few hairs the destruction of
the hair follicles by galvano-cautery is the most appropriate
treatment.

ENTROPIUM.
(Inversion of the Lid.)

The treatment of inversion of the lids varies according to

the cause and duration of the disease. If the entropium is slight
and recent, and of spasmodic or senile origin, (especially of the
lower lid) a cure may often be effected by painting the parts
with collodion or by the proper use of adhesive strips. The
collodion, however, must be renewed every two or three days
or oftener, in order to keep the lid in position. This method
will not suffice, in an entropium of long duration or consider
able degree; in which case surgical means must be employed.
A variety of operations have been proposed, though the 'one
most commonly made is simply the removal of a horizontal
fold of integument, parallel and close to the margin of the
lid, including a portion of the orbicularis muscle; after which the
edges of the wound are brought together by three or four
sutures. Canthoplasty is frequently beneficial either alone or
combined with the previous operation.
Remedies may possibly be useful if the inversion is recent
and only slight in degree. The following are suggested : Aco
nite, Argent. nit., Calc. and Natrum mur.

ECTROPIUM.
(Eversion of the Lid.)

In acute cases of eversion of the lids, consequent upon in

flammation and hypertrophy of the conjunctiva, they should
be replaced and retained in position for several days by the use
of a compress bandage. This bandage properly and patiently
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applied is frequently all that is sufficient. Scarification or

cauterization of the hypertrophied conjunctiva has been ad
vised in acute cases, if the bandage alone is not all that is
required.
Narrowing the palpebral fissure (tarsoraphia) may be useful
in both the acute and chronic stage of the disease.
The operations (to which we must often resort) recommended
for this affection are legion, and must necessarily vary in
nearly every case, according to the cause, degree and position
of the eversion.
Apis.—Is especially indicated in the first stage of this affec
tion, in which the swelling of the conjunctiva is very great.
Argent. nit. —If the lids are swollen, inflamed, everted
and the puncta lachrymalia very red and prominent. The dis
charge of tears and pus is profuse.
Hamamelis vir.—A dilute solution of " Pond's Extract "
applied locally is said to have cured a case, occurring during
the course of a severe conjunctivitis.
Little reliance must be placed upon internal medication in
either entropium or ectropium, as operative measures are
almost invariably necessary, except occasionally in the first
stage.

LASIONES.
( Wounds and Injuries of the Lid.)

Immediately after contused wounds of the lids, cold com

presses should be employed ; they should be applied with a
firm bandage which often proves of advantage in limiting
the amount of ecchymosis.
Arnica, our great remedy for all contusions, deserves its ex
tensive reputation for curing "black eyes" as there is no other
drug better adapted to this condition. A solution of the tinc
ture in water, ten drops to the ounce, is usually employed,
though both stronger and weaker solutions are in vogue.
Ledum used in the same manner has also proved of service.
Incised wounds are generally more serious in nature, though
vary greatly according to situation, both in danger and results
222 DEFORMITATES INOBNIT.fi.

of treatment. The first object in view should be to bring to.

gether the edges of the wound by means of sutures, adhesive
strips or collodion ; after which the application of a solution
of Calendula, ten drops to the ounce of water, may be applied.
If the tissues are very much bruised Arnica may be employed,
though as a rule Calendula will be found more useful in cut
wounds. If the wound is incised, without any contusion,
and the edges are early brought accurately together, a dry
dressing will often be found most beneficial.
Hamamelis and Ledum have both been recommended for
wounds of the lids.
Burns and scalds must be treated as usual in other parts of
the body, except that care should be taken to prevent the
union of the lids (anchyloblepharon), by frequently opening
them, and by inunction of the edges with simple cerate or
cosmoline ; also great attention should be paid to the preven
tion of a cicatrix (which causes ectropium), by keeping the
skin on the stretch by a bandage, during the period of cica
trization. Cosmoline is especially recommended as an ex
ternal application
When dependent upon the stings of insects, the sting should
be removed and cold water dressings applied.

DEFORMITATES INGENITA.
( Congenital Malformations.)

Congenital malformations, as epicanthus and coloboma, can

only be remedied by proper operative measures.
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CONJUNCTIVA.
CONJUNCTIVITIS CATARRHALIS.
(Acute and Chronic Catarrhal Inflammation of the Conjunctiva.)

.The first point in the treatment should be the removal of

any exciting cause. To accomplish this the lids should first
be everted and examined for the presence of a foreign body,
which, if detected, should be removed. Should the conjunc
tivitis depend upon any anomaly of refraction, this should be
corrected. If due to straining of the eyes in reading, writing,
etc. (especially in the evening), or to exposure to wind, dust
or any bright light, as working over a fire, directions to abstain
from overuse, or to protect the eyes from the injurious causes,
should be given. Should the case be very severe, the patient
may be confined to his room, though this is rarely required
in pleasant weather. As a local remedy in acute inflamma
tion of the conjunctiva, the use of ice is especially recom
mended. It may be used in rubber bags made for that pur
pose or by wrapping it in a towel. If prescribed it should be
used constantly for twenty-four or forty-eight hours or longer,
according to tbe benefit derived. Great reliance should be
placed upon the sensations experienced by the patient re
garding the use of warm or cold applications, as the beneficial
results obtained vary in different cases. Sometimes the same
remedy that we employ internally is used with benefit extern
ally. Cleanliness especially should be required. To pre
vent the formation of crusts on the lids, the edges may be
smeared at night with a little vaseline, simple cerate, cream
or the like.
In conjunctivitis after the acute symptoms have subsided
we sometimes find the inflammation will come to a standstill,
notwithstanding our most careful selection of remedies; in
these cases a mild astringent will be found advisable, and the
following recommended to me by Dr. Burdick, has proved
most serviceable :
 224 CONJUNCTIVITIS CATARRHALIS.

B. Zinci sulph., gr. ij

Sodium chlorid., gr. iv
Aqua disk, ii.
Misce.
Instill a few drops in the eye four times a day. Atropine
should not be used unless there is iritic complication.
The attendants should be warned that the discharge is con
tagious, and that the sponges, towels, etc., used upon the pa
tient should not be employed for any other purpose.
Aconite.—Is especially indicated in the first stage of catar
rhal inflammation, prior to exudation, if the conjunctiva is in
tensely hypersemic and oedematous, with severe pain in the
eye, often so terrible that one wishes to die ; or, as is more fre
quently the case, a feeling of burning and general heat in the eye,
with great dryness. There may also be an aching or bruised
pain, or a feeling as if the ball were enlarged and protruding,
making the lids tense. The eye is generally very sensitive,
especially to air. This is the first remedy to be thought of for
conjunctivitis, dependent upon exposure to cold, dry air. For
inflammatory conditions of the conjunctiva, resulting from the
irritant action of foreign bodies in that tissue, there is no better
remedy. (It is in the Aconite stage that ice is most valuable.)
Allium cepa.—Of use in acute catarrhal conjunctivitis, as
sociated with a similar condition of the air passages, as in hay
fever; the lachrymation is scalding, profuse and not excori
ating, though the nasal discharge is so (reverse of Euphrasia).
Alumina. — Inflammation of the conjunctiva, usually
chronic and affecting chiefly the palpebral conjunctiva, always
aggravated from over-use of the eyes and accompanied by a
sensation of dryness in them, with moderate discharge and a
heavy feeling in the lids.
Amyl nit.—Acute conjunctivitis with much redness, severe
ciliary neuralgia, flushing and heat of corresponding side of
face.
Apis mel.—Especially called for in the acute form of con
junctivitis, when the conjunctiva is bright red and puffy, lach
rymation hot and moderately profuse, and pains in the eye,
burning, biting or stinging; sometimes the pains are very se-
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vere, darting through the eye, or possibly around the eye and
in the brows. Photophobia may be present. The osdematous
condition of the lids, especially the upper, which is usually pres
ent in the cases in which Apis is indicated, is an important
symptom. There is generally aggravation in the evening
and fore part of the night. Although the lachrymation is hot
and burning. yet it does not excoriate the lids, as in cases in
which Arsenicum is indicated. General symptoms of dropsy,
absence of thirst, etc., would suggest this remedy to our minds.
Argentum nit.—Should be employed if the discharge he-
comes profuse, assuming the character of purulent ophthalmia.
It may also be indicated in the chronic form of conjunctivitis,
when the conjunctiva is scarlet-red and the papillse hyper-
trophied. The inflammatory symptoms usually subside in the
open air, and are aggravated in a warm room.
Arnica.—In conjunctivitis resulting from blows and vari
ous injuries Arnica is often beneficial.
Arsenicum. — Occasionally useful in acute conjunctivitis
with chemosis, much hot, scalding lachrymation, burning pains,
especially at night, and cedematous condition of the lids, par
ticularly the lower lid. It is also indicated in the chronic
form, if the lachrymation and discharge from the eyes are acrid,
excoriating the lids and cheek ; the balls burn as if on fire,
especially at night.
Warm applications generally relieve. The attacks of in
flammation are frequently periodic and often alternate from
one eye to the other.
Belladonna.—The remedy in the early stages of catarrhal
conjunctivitis, if there is great dryness of the eyes, with a
sense of dryness and stiffness in the thickened red lids, and
smarting, burning pains in the eyes. Photophobia is marked.
Much dependence should be placed, however, upon the con
comitant symptoms of headache, red face, etc., etc. It will be
seen that Bell. is similar to Aconite, and that both correspond
to the early stages of the disease. The dryness of the eyes ex
ists equally under both drugs ; but under Aeon. we have much
more heat and burning in and around the eye than under Bell.
Calcarea carb.—Occasionally useful in catarrhal conjunc
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tivitis caused by working in water. Eyes hot with feeling of

sand in them.
Causticum. —Conjunctivitis with & feeling of sand in the eyes
and dull aching pain.
Chamomilla.—Catarrhal conjunctivitis, occurring in peev
ish children during dentition. Conjunctiva so congested that
blood oozes out.
Cinnabaris.—May be called for in conjunctivitis, especially
with the characteristic symptom of pain above the eye, extending
from the internal to the external canthus (usually above, though
sometimes below).
Duboisin. —Chronic hypersemia of the palpebral conjunc
tiva in hyperopes.
Euphrasia.—In this drug, we have a very valuable remedy
for both acute and chronic catarrhal conjunctivitis, especially
acute. It is useful in catarrhal inflammation of the eye,
caused by exposure to cold, and also in that of the eyes and
nose found in the first stage of measles. In the selection
of this drug, we are guided chiefly by the objective symp
toms as the subjective are not very definite, there being a var
iety of sensations. The conjunctiva is intensely red ; even
chemosis. The lachrymation is profuse, acrid, burning, while
the discharge from the eye, which is also quite profuse, is thick,
yellow, muco-purulent and acrid, making the lids and cheek sore and
excoriated. (The secretion is also excoriating under Arsenic
.and Mercurius, but is thinner.) Blurring of the vision relieved
by winking, dependent upon the secretion covering the cornea
temporarily, is especially characteristic of this remedy.
Graphites.—Sometimes indicated, especially in the chronic
form of catarrhal conjunctivitis, though it is more particularly
the remedy for phlyctenular ophthalmia. The redness, pho
tophobia and lachrymation are usually well marked, but may
vary to a great extent. The discharges from the eye, if
present, are thin and acrid, while the nose is sore, excoriated
and often surrounded by thick, moist scabs. Dry scurfs are
frequently found on the lids, while the external canthi crack
and bleed easily.
Hepar sulph.—Another remedy more useful in strumous
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ophthalmia; though it is sometimes employed with benefit in

the catarrhal form, as when the conjunctiva is much congested,
even chemosis, with considerable photophobia and lachry-
mation, while the lids are much swollen and very sensitive to
touch. The discharge is of a muco-purulent character and
often well marked. The pains are throbbing, aching or lan
cinating and relieved by warmth, so that one wishes to keep
the eye covered most of the time.
Ignatia.—Has been successfully used in catarrhal ophthal
mia in nervous hysterical subjects, when there has been a
sensation as if a grain of sand were rolling around under the
lid, with great dryness and lachrymation only when exposed
to the sunlight.
Merc. sol.—In mercury we possess an important remedy
for catarrhal conjunctivitis, and this preparation is most com
monly required, though some other may be employed, if the
concomitant symptoms so indicate. The redness and dread
of light are usually well marked, especially in the evening, by
artificial light. The lachrymation is profuse, burning and excor
iating and the muco-purulent discharges thin and acrid, making
the lids and cheek red and sore. The pains vary in character
and are not confined to the eye but extend into the forehead
and temples, are always worse at night, especially before mid
night, in extreme heat or cold and in damp weather, and are
often temporarily ameliorated by cold water. It is especially
indicated in syphilitic subjects, and when the concomitant
symptoms of soreness of the head, excoriation of the nose,
nocturnal pains, etc., are present.
Nux vomica.—Is not very often called for in this variety
of conjunctivitis. It would be suggested to our minds if there
were much dread of light, marked morning aggravation and
accompanying gastric symptoms.
Pulsatilla.—This is another of our standard remedies for
catarrhal conjunctivitis, especially the acute form, though it is
also useful in the chronic. It is particularly to be thought of
in conjunctivitis occurring in the colored race, as well as in
the mild, tearful female. Catarrhal inflammations resulting
from a cold, from bathing, an attack of measles, stricture of the
228 v CONJUNCTIVITIS CATARRHALIS.

lachrymal duct, traumatic and various other causes, have been

benefited. The redness is variable and may be accompanied
by chemosis. The pains in the eye are burning, itching or
lancinating, usually worse in the evening, when in the wind,
and after reading, but relieved by the cool open air. The lachry-
mation is often profuse by day, with a purulent discharge at
night; though generally a moderately profuse muco-purulent
discharge of a white color and bland character, which agglutinates
the lids in the morning, is to be found. Gastric and other
concomitant symptoms if present will influence our choice.
Rhus tox.—Is the chief remedy for conjunctivitis caused
by exposure in water (Calc.),'especially if there is much chemosis,
with some photophobia, profuse lachrymation and osdematous
swelling of the lids. A rheumatic diathesis would especially
suggest this remedy.
Sanguinaria.—Benefit has been derived from its use in
catarrhal conditions of the conjunctiva, with burning in the
edges of the lids, worse in the afternoon. Hemorrhages in the
conjunctiva with tendency to trachoma; moderate discharge
and pain.
Sepia.—Acute catarrhal conjunctivitis with draAving sensa
tion in the external canthi and smarting in the eyes, amelio
rated by bathing in cold water and aggravated morning and
evening. Conjunctivitis with muco-purulent discharge from
the eyes in the morning and great dryness in the evening.
Spigelia.—Rarely useful, though, according to Lippe, it has
benefited a case occurring in the left eye with severe lancinating
pains in the eye and left temple, worse at night, preventing
sleep.
Sulphur.—This is one of our chief remedies in both the
acute and chronic forms of catarrhal conjunctivitis. The
degree of redness may vary greatly: it may be confined to one
eye or may involve both. The lids may be swollen or remain
unaffected. The sharp, darting pains, like pins piercing the eye,
occurring at any time of the day or night, will furnish our
chief indication. A severe pain darting through the eye back
into the head, from 1 to 3 a.m., waking the patient from sleep,
is also an important indication. A variety of other sensations
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may be present; as pressing, tensive, cutting or burning pains,

a feeling of sand in the eyes, etc. The patients are usually
feverish and restless at night.
Terebinth.—Great redness of the conjunctiva, usually dark
in color, with severe pain in the eye and corresponding side of
head. Some pain in the back, and urine dark in color.
Zincum.—Has been useful in conjunctivitis especially when
confined to the inner half of the eye, with much discharge ;
worse towards evening, and in the cool air. Generally there
is itching, and perhaps pain, in the internal canthus.
The following remedies have also been used with benefit or
may be indicated in occasional cases: Chelidonium, Chloral,
Cuprum al., Cuprum sulph., Digitalis, Kali bichr., Natrum
mur., Senega, Silicea and Thuja.

CONJUNCTIVITIS PURULENTA.
(Purulent Inflammation of the Conjunctiva.)

Under this head we shall include gonorrhoeal ophthalmia

and ophthalmia neonatorum, which are only different forms
of purulent conjunctivitis. If the attack is very severe, the
patient may be confined to a darkened room, or even to bed;
if only one eye is affected, the other should be hermetically
closed, in order to prevent any of the matter coming in contact
with this eye, for this discharge is very contagious, especially
in the gonorrhceal form and in that found in new-born child
ren. On this account great care should be exercised, both by
the nurse and physician, to protect their own eyes and those
of others by providing that the sponges, towels, etc., are used
only by the patient; also that their hands are thoroughly
cleansed before touching another eye, for often the physician
and other patients have been inoculated and vision destroyed
through carelessness on this point. If by accident any of the
discharge should have got into a healthy eye, lukewarm water
should be at once injected under the lids to wash it away;
after which, drop in a solution of chlorine-water, or a weak
solution of nitrate of silver (gr. ij. ad 3J-). Fresh air and
nourishing diet are important aids. But the special and

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primary point to be attended to in the treatment is cleanliness.

To ensure this, the discharges should be often removed by
dropping warm water into the inner canthus, until all the pus
has been washed away, or by cleansing with the palpebral
syringe. This should be done at intervals of from fifteen
minutes to an hour during the day and occasionally through
the night, according to the severity of the case.
In the inflammatory stage of purulent conjunctivitis, ice
compresses will usually be found most valuable, often aborting
the attack. Ice-bags may be used on the eye, or pledgets of
lint laid on a lump of ice until quite cold and then rapidly
changed to the eye.
The topical application of caustics and astringents is not
usually necessary. The same remedy that is used internally
may also be often applied locally with advantage. (See Argent.
nit.) The use of chlorine water, boracic acid and the like is
frequently of great service. Astringents, especially a weak
solution of nitrate of silver (2-5 grains to the ounce), may be
required. If the patient is seen shortly after inoculation with
gonorrhoeal virus, evert the lids, and brush with a strong solu
tion of nitrate of silver (gr. xxx. ad Sj.) washing it off with
water.
When the cornea becomes ulcerated, some operative measure
or the use of Atropine may be required according to the
complication. Canthoplasty may be necessary to relieve the
pressure upon the eyeball, if the lids are much swollen and
very tense.
Aconite.—May be indicated in the very first stage, accord
ing to the symptoms given under catarrhal conjunctivitis; or
if there is great redness, chemosis and profuse purulent dis
charge, with swelling and redness of the lids and much burning
heat in the eye.
Apis mel.—Is useful in violent cases of purulent conjunc
tivitis and ophthalmia neonatorum if there is great swelling
(cedematous) of the lids and adjacent cellular tissue. The con
junctiva is also congested, puffy and full of dark red veins.
The discharge is moderate, not profuse, though the lachryma-
tion is well marked. The cbaracter of the pains, which are
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stinging and shooting, is an important indication. There is

usually much photophobia accompanied by hot lachrymation
(Rhus). The symptoms are aggravated in the evening. Ob
jectively the Rhus cases are similar to Apis ; the character of
the pains will usually serve to distinguish between the two.
Argentum nit.—This is the most frequently indicated rem
edy in the whole Materia Medica for any form of purulent in
flammation of the conjunctiva. It is not necessary to obtain
its caustic effects, except in the gonorrhoea! form of conjunc
tivitis, as the most intense chemosis with strangulated vessels,
most profuse purulent discharge and commencing haziness of
the cornea, with a tendency to slough, have been seen to sub
side rapidly under this remedy internally administered.
The subjective symptoms are almost none. Their very ab
sence, with the profuse purulent discharge and the swollen
lids, swollen from being distended by a collection of pus in
the eye or from swelling of the sub-conjunctival tissues and
not from infiltration of the connective tissue of the lids them
selves (as in Rhus or Apis), indicates the drug.
We are in the habit of using the third or thirtieth potency
internally, and, at the same time, a solution of five or ten
grains of the first, third or thirtieth trituration to two drams
of water as an external application, all the time taking
great care to ensure cleanliness; and we have yet to see the
first case go on to destruction of the cornea, when seen in the
early stage.
Calcarea carb.—The discharges from the eye, under this
drug, are often profuse and therefore it has been used with ad
vantage in some cases of purulent or infantile ophthalmia,
characterized by profuse, yellowish-white discharge, oedema of
the lids and ulceration of the cornea. It is specially indicated
when the trouble arises from working in the water. It is, how
ever, especially useful for the results of purulent ophthalmia,
clearing up the opacities of the cornea, etc. In the selection
of this drug, great reliance should be placed upon the general
condition (cachexia) of the patient, as the eye symptoms are
not very characteristic.
Calcarea hypophos.—Purulent conjunctivitis, with ulcera
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tion of the cornea, occurring in patients who are very much

debilitated and who have little vitality.
Chamomilla.—Is often of service in ophthalmia neonato
rum as an intercurrent remedy, even if it does not remove the
whole trouble. It is indicated when the child is very fretful
and wants to be carried all the time, and when the usual
symptqms of the disease are present even though the cornea
has been invaded. Sometimes the conjunctiva is so much
congested that blood may ooze out, drop by drop, from be
tween the swollen lids, especially upon any attempt to open
them (Nux).
Chlorine.—Aqua chlorinii, as an external application, has
proved a very valuable remedy in the various forms of puru
lent ophthalmia. Cases have been relieved by it when used
alone, as well as with the indicated remedy given at the same
time internally (which has generally been the case). The
strong solution is sometimes employed, though we usually
dilute it to one-half, one-third or still weaker.
Euphrasia.—Is useful, especially in that form found in
new-born children, more often in the later stages of the dis
ease than at the beginning, as can well be understood by ex
amining the symptoms already given under catarrhal con
junctivitis, where the indications have been stated.
Hepar sulph.—May be indicated in any form of this dis
ease, particularly when the cornea has become implicated and
ulceration has taken place. The lids may be sicollen, spasmodic
ally closed, bleeding easily upon any attempt to open them and. very
sensitive to touch. There is much redness, chemosis, and the
discharge is considerable, of a yellowish-white color. The photo
phobia is intense, lachrymation profuse and pain severe, of a
throbbing, aching character, relieved by warmth ; any draught
of air aggravates the symptoms. When the ulceration is severe
and hypopyon has taken place, Hepar is especially the remedy.
Kreosote.—Blennorrhoea of the conjunctiva; the discharge
is moderately profuse, with much smarting in the eyes.
Mercurius.—Has been employed with benefit, particular!)'
in ophthalmia neonatorum when the discharges were thin, excori
ating and caused by syphilitic leucorrhoca. It is also one of our

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best remedies for gonorrhoeal ophthalmia and for purulent

conjunctivitis found in syphilitic subjects, whether it be ac
quired or hereditary. The discharge, as has been said, is thin
and excoriating, making the lids and cheek sore and raw.
The lachrymation and photophobia are usually marked and
the pains severe, though variable in character and always
worse at night. Is more commonly called for late in .the dis
ease, especially if the cornea has become involved. The con
comitant symptoms are important aids in the selection. Mer-
curius corr., Mercurius sol. and Mercurius prsec. ruber have all
been successfully used; though the eye symptoms, we believe,
vary little in these preparations, except perhaps being more
intense under the corrosivus.
Nitric acid.—Is especially advised for gonorrhoeal ophthal
mia. Lids much swollen, red, hard and painful, conjunctiva
hypersemic, chemosis, cornea ulcerated, great photophobia and
lachrymation, copious discharge of yellow pus, which flows
down the cheek, pressing and burning pain in the eye worse
at night. The cheeks are also usually much swollen and pain
ful. A few drops of the first or third potency in water may
be used locally at the same time it is given internally.
Pulsatilla.—This remedy stands high in the treatment of
purulent conjunctivitis, when the discharge is profuse and bland.
Benefit has been gained from its use in blennorrhcoa of the
conjunctiva, caused by the gonorrhoeal contagion. It is, how
ever, most frequently useful in ophthalmia neonatorum, cha
racterized by the usual well-marked symptoms. Many cases
of this form of conjunctivitis have been cured by this drug
alone, though we believe that it is particularly called for as
an intercurrent remedy, during the treatment by Argent. nit.;
for, often when the improvement under the latter remedy is
at a stand still, a few doses of Pulsatilla will materially hasten
the progress of the cure. The symptoms are usually worse in
the evening and ameliorated in the open air.
Rhus tox.—Ophthalmia neonatorum, and when the trouble
arises from exposure in water. The lids are red, cedematous
and spasmodically closed. The palpebral conjunctiva is espe
cially inflamed, so that when the lids are opened a thick, red
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swelling appears, with a copious, thick, yellow, purulent discharge;

or the discharge may be less and a profuse gush of tears may
take place. The child is usually cachectic and restless; head
hot. It has been used both externally and internally.
Sulphur.—Is not so useful in this variety of conjunctivitis
as in the pustular or even the catarrhal form, though it has
been of service more frequently in that form found in new
born children, especially when the trouble has become chronic
and when not dependent upon syphilis. The symptoms ob
served are not characteristic, with the exception, perhaps, of
the sharp sticking pains, as if pins were sticking in the eye.
We rely, to a great extent, in selecting this drug, upon the
general condition (scrofulous cachexia) of the patient.
Other remedies, as Cupr. al., Cupr. sulph., Eserine, Natrum
mur. and Nux vom., may be required.

CONJUNCTIVITIS DIPHTHERITICA ET
CROUPOSA.
(Diphtheritic and Croupous Inflammation of the Conjunctiva.)

Although these two forms of inflammation are wholly dis

tinct from each other, they will be considered under the same
section, as the treatment is not dissimilar in many points. If
only one eye is involved endeavor to prevent the extension of
the disease to the other eye by hermetically closing it, for the
discharge is very contagious; though extension may take
place through the general dyscrasia. Cleanliness is of the
greatest importance, as in purulent conjunctivitis. It is better
not to exercise any force in removing the false membrane as
it only leaves a raw surface, upon which a new membrane
forms, thus doing more harm than good ; though all loose
shreds should be carefully removed whenever the eyes are
washed.
The application of caustics or strong astringents, especially
in diphtheritic conjunctivitis, is always injurious. In the
early stages of either form of inflammation ice compresses seem
to exert a beneficial influence over the course of the disease
and should be used. A solution of alcohol and water (5j ad
oij) has been employed locally with some benefit in diphther
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itic inflammation; also a one per cent. solution of carbolic

acid. In croupous inflammation, chlorine water has been use
ful as an external application. Corneal complications require
especial attention. Cold compresses must be discontinued as
soon as the cornea becomes involved.
Acetic acid.—A remedy of the first importance in croupous
conjunctivitis in which the false membrane is dense, yellow-white,
tough and so closely adherent that removal is almost impossible.
The lids are cedematously swollen and red. Although tbe mem
brane is closely adherent it is not in the tissue and so does not
correspond to diphtheritic conjunctivitis.
Aconite.—Of importance in the first stage. For indications
refer to catarrhal conjunctivitis.
Apis rnel.—Croupous conjunctivitis, or very early in the
diphtheritic before the lids have become firm and hard. Lids
red and cedematous, especially the upper. Marked chemosis and
severe pains, of a stinging, shooting character. Patient drowsy
and thirstless.
Argentum nit.—Blennorrhceal stage of either form of in
flammation. The discharge is profuse and purulent. Use
both externally and internally.
Arsenicum.—Of service in weak cachectic children who
are very restless and thirsty, especially after midnight. False
membrane firmly attached in places, with ulceration of the
cornea. Lids swollen, lachrymation and discharges excoria
ting, and burning pain in the eyes.
Hepar sulph. —Blennorrhceal stage, or if the cornea is ulcer
ating. • Pains severe and relieved by warmth.
Kali bichrom.—Both croupous and diphtheritic conjunc
tivitis. Especially indicated when the false membrane is pres
ent, if shreds or strings of it float loose in the eye. The discharge
is of a stringy character and mixed with tears. Non-vascular
ulceration of the cornea. General symptoms will confirm the
above local indications.
Lachesis.—A great tendency to hemorrhage upon remov
ing any of the membrane or even without doing so. •
Mercurius prot.—This form of Mercury will be more com
monly called for than the other preparations. Indicated in all

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stages of the disease. Membrane on the conjunctiva, and cor

nea ulcerated. Cornea more vascular, pains, photophobia and
other symptoms of a higher degree than Kali bichr. The
nocturnal aggravation and characteristic appearance of tongue
and throat are present.
Phytolacca.—Should be valuable in diphtheritic conjunc
tivitis with firm hard swelling of the lids.
Calc. c., Carbol. ac., Chlorine, Bromine, Iodine, Kali iod.,
Pulsat., and Rhus should be borne in mind.

CONJUNCTIVITIS TRACHOMATOSA ET FOLLI

CULARIS.
(Acute and Chronic Granular or Follicular Inflammation of the Conjunctiva—with or
. without Pannus.)

[Syn. Granular Lids, Trachoma.]

As this form of conjunctivitis is usually found among the

lower classes or those who are constantly exposed to wind and
dust, care should be taken that these exciting causes be re
moved as far as possible; cleanliness and proper hygienic
measures being very important aids in the treatment of this
affection.
It should be remembered that the discharges from granular
lids are contagious and that whole families or a whole
school may be inoculated from one member, by an indiscrim
inate use of towels, etc.; therefore strict attention should be
paid to the prevention of its extension.
There is no reason why trachoma should not be cured by
the internal administration of medicines alone, but owing to
the present inadequate knowledge of our drugs in this affec
tion, a majority of the cases we meet prove so extremely ob
stinate to treatment that both the patient and doctor become
discouraged. If a cure can be effected by internal medication
it seems to be more permanent than if total reliance is placed
up»n local applications, but I do not hesitate to use local reme
dies if there is no particular indication for any special drug,
or if the case proves very obstinate. In acute trachoma or
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acute aggravations of chronic granular lids, ice compresses will

prove very agreeable to the patient and aid materially in con
trolling the intensity of the inflammatory process. In chronic
granular inflammation of the conjunctiva, especially when
complicated with pannus which is usually present, local treat
ment will be found of the greatest service. The following
topical applications have been followed by more favorable re
sults in my hands than any others :
B. Carbolic acid, gtt. vi
Glycerine, 3j
Misce.
B-. Tannin, gr. xv
Glycerine, Ij
Misce.
They should be applied with a camels hair brush to the
everted lids once a day. Other applications which have also
proved beneficial in individual cases are alum used as a pow
der, in a saturated solution with glycerine and in the crude
stick; Cuprum aluminatum and sulphuricum used in crystals;
nitrate of silver in a weak solution (gr. ij — x ad. Ij) ; and
bichromate of potash in a saturated solution.
At the same time local treatment is employed the carefully
selected internal remedy should be administered.
Aconite.—In the first stage of granular conjunctivitis, when
the eyes are inflamed, hot, burning and very painful. There may
be a sensation of great dryness, or moderate lachrymation.
Acute aggravation of granular lids and pannus, with excessive
hyperaemia, heat and dryness, especially if the aggravation be
induced by overheating from violent exercise or by exposure
to dry, cold air. Ice compresses are especially serviceable in
Aconite cases.
Alumen exsiccatum.—This remedy may be of value in
all forms of trachoma, whether complicated with pannus or
not. It is employed by dusting the crude powder on the
inner surface of the lids, allowing it to remain about a
minute and then washing it off with pure water and, at the
same time, giving the lower preparations internally.
Alumina.—Chronic granular lids in which there is marked
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dryness of the lids and eye especially in the evening, with burn
ing, itching and pressure in the eyes; agglutination morn
ings; the upper lids are weak, and seem to hang down as if
paralyzed. The symptoms of loss of power in the upper lids
are often met with in old dry cases of granulation ; in these
cases Alumina does good.
Argentum nit.—Especially serviceable in the early stages
of acute granular conjunctivitis, if the conjunctiva is intensely
pink or scarlet-red and the discharge is profuse and inclined to
be muco-purulent.
Arsenicum.—Indicated in chronic granular lids, when the
palpebral conjunctiva only is inflamed ; the lids are painful,
dry and rub against the ball ; they burn and can scarcely be
opened. Chiefly called for when the pains are intense burn
ing, and the lachrymation very excoriating.
Aurum met.—Is the appropriate remedy for many cases of
trachoma either with or without pannus (especially however,
when pannus is present); there is probably no other remedy
which has only been employed internally, that has cured more
cases. Its use is highly recommended, though the local symp
toms which lead us to its selection have not yet been found
peculiar or characteristic. The pains may be burning or dull
in character, compelling the patient to close the lids. They
are usually worse in the morning and ameliorated by the
application of cold water. For the corneal ulcerations found
in pannus Aurum is of great value.
The muriate of gold is frequently employed, though the
symptoms, as far as known, vary but slightly from those of
the metal.
Belladonna. —As a temporary remedy in acute aggrava
tions of granular lids may be beneficial. After taking cold
the eyes become sensitive to air and light, with dryness and a
gritty feeling in them.
Calcarea carb.—Conjunctivitis trachomatosa with pannus,
caused by working in the water, with much redness and
lachrymation, has been relieved by this drug. The general
condition of the patient will, to a great extent, lead to its selec
tion.
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Carbolic acid.—Chronic trachoma, especially with pannus.

Can be given internally at the same time it is used locally.
Ghelidonium.—Trachoma, with pain in and over the eye
upon looking upwards^
Chininum mur.—Marked improvement has been observed
from the internal use of this drug in granular lids, with or
without pannus.
Cuprum al. —The aluminate of copper has been successfully
used to a great extent in trachoma, either with or without
pannus. The results obtained are usually much more satis
factory than those from the sulphate of copper, which is
the main reliance of the old school in the treatment of this
disorder. It is employed locally by application of the crystals
to the granulations, at the same time giving the remedy in the
potencies internally.
Euphrasia.—Trachoma with or without pannus, if the eye
is very red and irritable, with profuse lachrymation and thick
discharge, which excoriate the lids and cheek.
Kali bichr.—Trachoma with pannus; much discharge; every
thing appears slightly red; usually not much photophobia or
redness of conjunctiva, though ulceration of the cornea may be
present ; eyes seem to feel better when lying on the face. A
saturated solution applied to the granulations is often bene
ficial.
Mercurius praec. rub.—In trachoma with pannus it is a
valuable remedy ; rarely of much use in acute cases, but es
pecially adapted to old chronic cases, when the cornea is
covered with pannus of a high degree, with considerable red
ness, discharge and photophobia. The granulations may be
present or may have been already removed by caustics.
Mercurius protoiod.—Especially if pannus accompanies
the trachoma and the eye is quite red and painful, with photo
phobia and acrid discharges. Tongue coated yellow at the base.
Is the remedy for ulceration of a pannoused cornea, particularly
if superficial.
Natrum mur.—Particularly useful in follicular conjunc
tivitis, in chronic cases and when the lids have been already
treated by caustics (especially the nitrate of silver). The
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pannus or the irritable condition of the eye resulting from,

or kept up by the scarred palpebral conjunctiva found after
cauterization, is often greatly relieved by this drug. The
lachrymation is acrid and excoriating, as well as the dis
charges which are thin, watery, and make the cheek raw
and sore. The pains are variable, though sometimes we have
a sharp pain over the eye upon looking down, which is very
marked. The skin of the face round the eye is often glossy
and shining.
Nux vom.—Of service in old cases of trachoma that have
had much treatment, especially when complicated with pan
nus. Nux is frequently of great benefit in commencing the
treatment of granular lids with or without pannus ; also as
an intercurrent remedy for the morning aggravation, which
is particularly marked under this drug and in the disease. It
will rarely however, effect a cure, unassisted by any other
remedy.
Pulsatilla.—The granulations are generally very fine (papil
lary trachoma); the eye is sometimes- dry or there may be ex
cessive secretion of bland mucus. There may also be soreness
of the ball to touch, and itching or pain in the eye, which is
worse in the evening and better in cool air or by cold applica
tions.
Rhus tox.—Of value in relieving the intensity of the symp
toms found in conjunctivitis granulosa with pannus. The eye
is quite red, with much photophobia and profuse lachrymation.
No remedy acts so powerfully as Rhus tox. in diminishing the
profuse secretion of tears.
Sepia.—Follicular or trachomatous conjunctivitis which is
only observed in, or always made worse by hot weather.
Sulphur.—Trachoma, acute and chronic, with or without
pannus, has been benefited by this drug which is often called
for as an intercurrent remedy, even if it does not complete the
cure alone. It is especially indicated when the pains are sharp
and lancinating in character, worse in the morning; and when
the lids are glued together by the secretion during the night.
The application of water is not agreeable to the patient and it
often aggravates the disease.
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Thuja Occid.—Favorable results have been gained by the

use of this remedy in conjunctivitis trachomatosa, when the
granulations have been large, like warts or blisters, with burn
ing in the lids and eyes, worse at night ; photophobia by day,
and suffusion of the eyes with tears.
The following remedies have also been employed with favor
able results: Causticum, Cinnabaris, Conium, Cuprum sulph.,
Hepar, Mercurius, Petrol., Sanguinaria and Zinc.

OPHTHALMIA PHLYCTENULARIS.
(Phlyctenular or Pustular Inflammation of the Cornea and Conjunctiva.)

[Syn. Ophthalmia scrofulosa, Ophthalmia exanthem., Keratitis phlyct., Conjuncti

vitis phlyct., Pustular Ophthalmia, Herpes cornese.]

It has been thought best to include under this head the

various forms of pustular inflammation of the eye, whether
affecting the cornea or conjunctiva, as the etiology, symptoma
tology, course and treatment vary little in either case; in fact
those remedies which have been found useful when the cornea
is invaded, are also our chief reliance in this form of inflam
mation of the conjunctiva.
The first points to be attended to are cleanliness and regula
tion of diet. The eyes should be bathed often in lukewarm
water, and any little scabs which may have formed on the lids
immediately removed, as they only prove a source of irrita
tion. If there is considerable photophobia, and the child is
rubbing the eye constantly, a compress bandage will prevent
this, and, at the same time, by keeping the lids closed, will
relieve the irritation to the eye-ball occasioned by their con
stant opening and closing; it also excludes the light, reliev
ing the photophobia, soaks up the tears and so prevents their
running over the cheek, making it sore and excoriated. The
bandage if used, though it is not commonly necessary, should
be removed every four or five hours and the eyes cleansed.
External applications should not, as a rule, be employed, as
we can usually cure better and quicker with internal remedies
alone if we are careful in the selection of our drugs, although
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sometimes they may be useful and necessary; thus, occasion

ally a case will be found which has proved very obstinate to
treatment; ciliary injection great, photophobia intense and
pupil a little sluggish—in which, a weak solution of Atropine
dropped into the eye, once or twice a day, will be of great
benefit.
Antimonium crud.—Pustules on the cornea or conjunctiva,
especially in cross children who are afflicted with pustules on
the face and moist eruptions behind the ears. The lids are
red, swollen, and excoriated by the profuse mucus discharges
and lachrymation. Excoriation of the nostrils, and swollen
upper lip. (Similar to Graphites.)
Apis mel.—Pustular keratitis with dark puffy conjunctiva
and cedematous lids. This puffy condition of the conjunctiva
and lids is very important, especially when accompanied by
burning, stinging or shooting pains in the eyes. The dis
charges are slight, with the exception of the tears, which are
usually profuse and burning, with photophobia (Rhus). The
aggravation is usually in the evening, and often concomitant
symptoms, such as drowsiness and absence of thirst, are pres
ent. /This remedy is not frequently called for, though useful
when the above indications are present.
Arsenicum.—Especially useful when the cornea has become
affected and the pustules have broken, leaving superficial ulcer
ation. The photophobia is usually intense at all times, though it
may be so relieved in the open air that the child will open its
eyes easily. The lachrymation is profuse, burning and excori
ating, as are all the discharges from the eye, which are also thin in
character. The conjunctival redness is variable; chemosis.
The pains are generally of a burning character and may be
very severe; the eye often feels very hot. The lids may be
cedematous and spasmodically closed or else red, inflamed and
excoriated by the acrid discharges. The nostrils and upper
lip are usually excoriated by the acrid coryza. It is especially
indicated in low, cachectic conditions, and for the ill-nourished,
scrofulous children of the poor. Great restlessness and thirst
for small quantities of water are commonly noticed.
Aurum met.—Scrofulous ophthalmia with ulceration and
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vascularity of the cornea. Photophobia severe, lachrymation

profuse and scalding; eyes very sensitive to the touch. The
pains are from without inward and worse upon touch (reverse
of Asafoetida). The cervical glands are usually swollen ;
patient very irritable and sensitive to noise.
Baryta.—Both the carbonate and iodide have been em
ployed in scrofulous ophthalmia, especially when complicated
with enlarged cervical glands. We have obtained better results
from the iodide than from the carbonate.
Belladonna.—Rarely useful except in acute aggravations
in which there is great photophobia.
Calcarea carb.—Particularly indicated in phlyctenular
keratitis, though it has also been successfully used in conjunc
tivitis. It is indicated when the disease can be traced to ex
posure to wet. We usually, though not always, find excessive
photophobia and lachrymation (often acrid). The amount of
redness is variable, as is also the character of the pain, though
this is more commonly described as sticking than otherwise.
The lids may be red, swollen and agglutinated in the morn
ing. There is a general aggravation of the eye-symptoms during
damp weather, or from the least cold, to which the patient is
very susceptible. It is especially the remedy for pustular in
flammation, occurring in fat, unhealthy, strumous children who
have enlarged glands, distended abdomen, pale, flabby skin,
eruptions on the head and body, which burn and itch, and
cold sweat of the head. In fact, upon the concomitant symp
toms we place our chief reliance, as the eye symptoms are not
characteristic.
Calcarea iod.—The indications are nearly the same as for
Calcarea carb., though it is preferable in cases in which we
have considerable swelling of the tonsils and cervical glands.
Calendula.—Pustular conjunctivitis, with great redness, but
no photophobia.
Cannabis ind.—Large pustules on the conjunctiva, with
great vascularity.
Chamomilla.—Has proved very serviceable in scrofulous
ophthalmia occurring in cross, peevish children, during dentition,
and will often relieve the severity of the symptoms, even
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though it does not complete the cure. The cornea is usually

invaded, and we have great intolerance of light, considerable
redness and lachrymation.
Cinnabaris.—The cornea is generally implicated in the
trouble, and the symptoms of photophobia, lachrymation, etc ,
are severe. Pain from the inner canthus across the eyebrows, or
extending around the eye is a very marked indication for Cin
nabaris.
Conium mac.—When the inflammation is chiefly confined
to the cornea, and we have intense photophobia and profuse
lachrymation upon any attempt to open the spasmodically
closed lids. The pains are various, but are generally worse at
night. With all this intense photophobia, there is very slight,
or no redness of the conjunctiva, not sufficient to account for the
severity of the symptoms.
Croton tig.—Phlyctenular keratitis and conjunctivitis,
associated with a vesicular eruption on the face and lids; the
eyes and face feel hot and burning, especially at night; the
photophobia is marked ; ciliary injection like iritis often pres
ent, and considerable pain in and around the eye, usually
worse at night.
Euphrasia.—Phlyctenular ophthalmia, in which the lachry
mation is excessive, acrid, and burning, or if there is a profuse,
thick, acrid, muco-purulent discharge, which excoriates the lids,
making them red, inflamed and sore; from this discharge the
cheek may look as if varnished. Intolerance of light is gen
erally present, though not always, and the conjunctiva may
be red ; even chemosis. The pains are not marked, though
usually of a smarting character from the nature of the dis
charges. Blurring of the eyes, relieved by winking, dependent
upon the secretions temporarily covering the cornea, especially
indicates Euphrasia. Fluent, acrid coryza, often accompanies
the above symptoms.
Graphites.—This is one of the most important remedies we
possess for this disease, and its sphere of action is not limited
to any special variety, for excellent results have been gained
from its use in both the acute and chronic form, whether the
cornea is involved or not; it is, perhaps, more often called for
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in phlyctenular keratitis of the chronic recurrent form. It is

especially indicated in scrofulous subjects, covered with ecze-
matous eruptions, chiefly on the head and behind the ears,
which eruptions are glutinous, fissured, and bleed easily. The
photophobia is usually intense, and the lachrymation profuse,
though in some cases, nearly or entirely absent; generally
worse by daylight than gaslight, and in the morning, so that
often the child cannot open the eyes before 9 or 10 a. m. The
redness of the eye is generally important (there may be pan-
nus) ; the discharges are muco-purulent, constant, thin and ex
coriating. The pains are not important and vary; may be
sticking, burning, aching, or itching. The lids are red, sore,
and agglutinated in the morning, or else covered with dry
scabs, while the external canthi are cracked and bleed easily upon
opening the- eye. We often notice a thin, acrid discharge from
the nose accompanying the eye affection.
Hepar sulph.—Is most useful in the severer forms of pus
tular inflammation, especially when upon the cornea, and
when ulceration has already commenced. The intensity of
the symptoms suggests its use, as intense photophobia, lachryma
tion, and great redness of the eye, even chemosis. The pains are
severe, generally of a throbbing, stinging character, ameliorated
by warmth (so that one wishes to keep the eye covered), and
aggravated by cold or uncovering the eye; also usually worse
at night or in the evening. The lids are often swollen, spas
modically closed and very sensitive to touch; also may be red,
swollen, and bleed easily upon opening. Particularly indicated
in scrofulous, outrageously cross children who have eruptions
and boils on various portions of the body.
Ipecac.—It is one of the most frequently indicated reme
dies in pustules and ulcers of the cornea and conjunctiva.
There is much photophobia. The redness and pain is variable.
Nausea may be present.
Kali bicbrom.—Is adapted to phlyctenules on the conjunc
tiva or to chronic cases of low grade. The chief characteristics
are absence of photophobia and of redness, or much less of each
than would be expected from the nature of the disease. The
pains and lachrymation are also generally absent or nearly so.

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The eye is often quite sensitive to touch, and its secretions are
of a stringy character. This form of potash has been more
often employed than any other, though the iodide is also use
ful in similar cases.
Mercurius.—Mercury, in some form, is a frequent remedy
' for strumous ophthalmia, especially when the cornea has be
come involved. As the symptoms are similar in all the prepa
rations, we shall first, under this general head, give those
symptoms common to all forms and afterwards give the special
indications for each. This is the first remedy to be thought
of when this form of inflammation occurs in syphilitic subjects,
whether the taint is hereditary or acquired. Especially useful
when the cornea is invaded and the vascularity is great, though
sometimes there may be a well-marked grayish infiltration
around the pustule or ulcer. The redness of the conjunctiva is
usually great; the dread of light is generally marked and often
intense, so that the patients cannot open their eyes even in a
darkened room, and it is more often aggravated by any artificial
light, as gaslight, or the glare of a fire. The lachrymation is pro
fuse, burning and excoriating, and the muco-purulent discharges are
thin and acrid. The pains are generally severe, varying in char
acter, though more often tearing, burning, shooting or lancinat
ing and are not confined to the eye, but extend to the forehead
and temples, seeming to lie deep in the bones,- they are always
aggravated at night, especially before midnight, by heat, extreme
cold, and in damp weather and are temporarily relieved by
cold water. The lids are often spasmodically closed, thick, red,
swollen, excoriated from the acrid lachrymation and sensitive
to heat or cold and also to contact. The concomitant symp
toms of excoriation of the nose, condition of the tongue, erup
tion on the face, pain in the bones, etc., etc., are of the first
importance in selecting this drug.
Mercurius corr.—Indicated in the erethistic form of inflam
mation, occurring in strumous subjects. The pustules are
usually found upon the cornea, and hence the severity of the
symptoms so marked under this preparation of mercury, which
is more useful than solubilis in severe cases; the pains are
more severe, photophobia more marked, lachrymation more
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profuse and excoriating, and all the symptoms more intense

than under any preparation we have. Pustules on the cheek,
enlarged cervical glands, coated tongue, excoriating coryza,
etc., are usually present.
Mercurius dulc.—Calomel dusted into the eye has been
employed for many years by the old school in scrofulous
ophthalmia, and even now is considered one of their chief
remedies. We also have found this remedy, given internally
in the potencies, very useful in the severer forms of this in
flammation, occurring in pale, flabby, scrofulous subjects. Nose
sore and upper lips swollen.
Mercurius nit. — This remedy seems to be particularly
adapted to this form of inflammation, and has been used, espe
cially by Dr. Liebold, with remarkable success, in a large num
ber of cases. Severe as well as mild, chronic as well as acute
cases, superficial as well as deep ulcers have yielded to its in
fluence; in some cases there has been much photophobia, in
others none at all, in some severe pain, in others none. We
might thus go through a variety of symptoms differing as
much as the above, in which this drug has proved curative.
It is commonly used externally and internally at the same
time; the first potency, ten grains to two drachms of water
(or even stronger) as an external application, to be used in
the eye, two, three or more times a day, and the second or
third potency to be taken internally. Atropine is sometimes
used with it, especially if there is considerable photophobia.
Mercurius praec. rub. —This varies little from the general
description given of mercury; it is used in strumous ophthal
mia with great benefit.
Mercurius prot.—Not as often required as the other forms
of mercury, unless there be quite extensive superficial ulcera
tion of the cornea, with much photophobia and nocturnal ag
gravation. There is also, usually, swelling of the glands, and
the tongue has a thick yellow coating at the base.
Mercurius sol. —Is very often employed in scrofulous oph
thalmia; the indications correspond very closely in all points
to those found under the head of Mercurius.
Mezereum.—Pustular conjunctivitis, accompanied by ecze
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ma of the face and lids, especially if characterized by thick,

hard scabs, from under which pue exudes on pressure.
Natrum mur.—Especially useful in chronic cases and after
the use of caustics (nitrate of silver). The eye symptoms are
not particularly characteristic; there may be itching, burning
and feeling as of sand in the eyes, worse in the morning and
forenoon; the pains are not severe, except perhaps the sharp
pain over the eye upon looking down. The lachrymation is
acrid and excoriating, making the lids red and sore; the dis
charges from the eye are also thin, watery and acrid. The
photophobia is usually marked, and the lids are spasmodically
closed. The skin of the face, around the eyes, is often glossy
and shining, while throbbing headache and other concomitant
symptoms are generally present.
Nux vom.—Favorable results have been gained in cases pre
viously much medicated, both externally and internally. Earely
of service when the conjunctiva only is affected, as the most
characteristic indications are excessive photophobia and morning
aggravation of all symptoms, which are indications that the cor
nea is implicated. The lachrymation is usually profuse and
the pains vary as follows: sharp, darting pains in the eye and
over it, in some cases extending to the top of the head and al
ways worse in the morning; burning pains in the eyes and
lids; a sense of tearing in the eye at night on awaking from
sleep; eye feels pressed out whenever she combs her hair; sen
sation as of hot water in the eye; pain in the lower lid as if
something were cutting it, etc. Sometimes relief from the
pain is obtained by bathing the eyes in cold water.
Fsorinum.—Especially adapted to chronic cases of recurrent
scrofulous ophthalmia.
Pulsatilla.—This is one of our sheet anchors in the treat
ment of this. disease, especially when the pustules are confined
to the conjunctiva. It is particularly indicated in persons, es
pecially amenorrhceic females, of a mild temperament and fair
complexion, and is also very suitable to this class of ailments,
occurring in the negro. When pain in the ear, otorrhcea and
other aural symptoms accompany the eye disorder, this reme
dy would be suggested to our minds. The dread of light is
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often absent or quite moderate, and the redness varies. The

lachrymation is not acrid, but more abundant in the open air,
while the other discharges are generally profuse, thick, while or
yellow and bland. The pains vary greatly, but are more often
of a pressing, stinging character. The lids may be swollen,
are not excoriated, but very subject to styes. The eyes feel worse
on getting warm from exercise or in a heated room and gener
ally in the evening, but are ameliorated in the open air and by
cold applications. The concomitant symptoms of stomach de
rangement, amenorrhcea, etc., must be taken into consideration.
Rhus tox.—Useful in pustular inflammation after it has
progressed to superficial ulceration of the cornea; for then we
have present the intense photophobia and profuse lachrymation
so characteristic of this drug. The conjunctiva may be very
red, even chemosis, and the lids wdematous, particularly the upper,
. and spasmodically closed, so that we are compelled to open them by
force when a profuse gush of tears takes place. The skin of the
face, around the eyes, is often covered by a Rhus eruption ; es
pecially suitable in a rheumatic diathesis. The symptoms are
usually worse at night, after midnight and in damp weather;
the patients are restless at night, and disturbed by bad dreams.
Rhus rod. has been employed with excellent results in scrofu
lous ophthalmia when the above symptoms were present. In
what respect it differs from Rhus tox. remains to be shown.
Sepia.—Especially of value in pustular inflammation found
in women, either occurring with or dependent upon uterine troub
les. More often called for when the cornea is affected than
when the inflammation is confined to the conjunctiva. The
pains are usually of a drawing, aching, piercing character;
aggravated by rubbing, pressing the lids together or pressing
upon the eye. The light of day dazzles and causes the head
to ache. The conjunctiva may be swollen, with agglutination
of the eyes morning and evening, considerable purulent dis
charge, edges of the lids raw and sore, feeling as if the lids
were too tight and did not cover the ball, eruption on the face,
etc. All the symptoms are worse in the morning and evening and
better in the middle of the day.
Sulphur.—This is the remedy, par excellence, for pustular in
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flammation of the cornea or conjunctiva. Its sphere of action

is very wide and adapts it to a great variety of cases, especially
chronic and occurring in scrofulous children covered with eruptions
(and the majority of cases are found in this class); also'to
those cases which have been caused by suppressing an eruption
with external applications. The pains vary, though are usu
ally of a sharp, lancinating character, as if a needle or splinter were
piercing the eye, and may occur at any time of the day or night;
we may have a sharp, shooting pain going through the eye back
into the head, from 1 to 3 a.m., "which disturbs the sleep of the
patients; although, besides these, there may be a variety of
other sensations, as smarting, itching and burning in the eyes,
feeling of pressure as from a foreign body; burning, as from
lime ; stinging, burning in the eye, especially from light and
in the morning; biting, as if salt were in the eye; sensations
as if there were a number of little burning sparks on the lids,
which cause them to close spasmodically ; painful dryness as
if the lids rubbed the eyeball, bruised pain, etc., etc. The
photophobia is generally very marked and the lachrymation
profuse, though in some cases they may be almost or entirely
absent. The redness varies greatly, but is usually considera
ble, especially at the angles; the secretions also vary both in
quantity and quality, being often, however, acrid and corrod
ing, and sometimes tenacious. Agglutination in the morning
is commonly present. The lids are often swollen", burn aind
smart as if bathed in some acrid fluid, or there is an itching
sensation compelling the patient to rub them most of the time.
They are frequently covered with an eruption, as well as the
surrounding integument of the head and face. All the symp
toms are, as a rule, aggravated by bathing the eyes, so that the
child cannot bear to have any water touch them; also usually worse
in the open air.
Syphilinum. —Chronic recurrent phlyctenular inflamma
tion, in scrofulous delicate children, especially if there is any
taint of hereditary syphilis. The epithelial layer of the cor
nea will be abraded. The photophobia will be intense and
lachrymation profuse.
Tellurium.—Has proved successful in phlyctenular conjunc-
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tivitis, with eczema impetiginoides on the lids and much puru

lent discharge from the eyes, complicated with an offensive
otorrhcea, smelling like fishbrine.
Thuja.—Large phlyctenules which involve the subconjunc
tival tissue and are slow in yielding to usual remedies.
- Zincum.—Favorable results have been obtained for the
persistent redness of the eye remaining after pustular keratitis;
especially if the redness is more marked at the inner angle
and worse toward evening and in the open air.
The following remedies have also proved serviceable in
scrofulous ophthalmia, though not so commonly called for as
the above: Antimon. tart., Argentum nit., Caust., Cuprum al.,
Kali mur., Kreosot., Lachesis, Petroleum, Robinia, Squilla,
Sulphur iod.

OPHTHALMIA TRAUMATICA ET ECCHYMOSIS.

(Traumatic Inflammation of the Cornea and Conjunctiva. Hemorrhage in Con
junctiva.)

The first point to which our attention should be directed is

the removal of any. exciting cause, as a foreign body. (See
Injuries of Conjunctiva.)
Applications of cold water, ice compresses, or a solution of
one of the following remedies are advised, unless due to some
chemical injury.
A compress bandage sometimes seems to hasten the absorp
tion of hemorrhages into the conjunctiva.
Aconite.—There is no remedy more frequently useful than
this in inflammatory conditions of the eye, resulting from the irri
tant action of foreign bodies, as cinders, chips of steel, stone or
coal, which produce a variable amount of redness and pain,
with a sensation of dryness, heat and burning in the eye.
Arnica.—An important remedy for traumatic conjunctivitis
or keratitis, following blows and various injuries of the eye. It is
particularly called for immediately after the injury, before the
inflammatory symptoms have really set in, though is also use
ful in the latter stages. Both spontaneous and traumatic
hemorrhages into the conjunctiva have been promptly ab
sorbed under the use of Arnica.
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The relaxation of the blood-vessels and too fluid conditions

of the blood, which predispose to these hemorrhages in whoop
ing cough have seemed to be corrected by this drug.
Calendula.—Useful in traumatic inflammation of the con
junctiva or cornea, following any operation or resulting from a
cut wound of any description.
Cantharis.—Ophthalmia traumatica, caused from any burn,
as from the flame of a candle, explosion of fireworks, etc., espe
cially if characterized by much burning pain in the eye.
Hamamelis virg.—Has proved very beneficial in trau
matic conjunctivitis and keratitis, consequent upon burns or
other injuries. It also seems to hasten the absorption of con
junctival hemorrhages. " Pond's Extract'' may be used locally.
Ledum pal.—Is more commonly called for in both trau
matic and spontaneous ecchymoses of the conjunctiva than any
other remedy. It also often seems to correct the tendency to
hemorrhage in these cases. Of value in inflammation of the
conjunctiva in which extravasations of blood predominate.
Any of the above remedies, with perhaps the exception of
Cantharis, should always be used locally as well as internally
in the proportion of from ten to twenty drops of the tincture
to the ounce of water. Compresses wet in this should be laid
upon the eye.
Euphrasia, Hepar, Ignatia, Nux, Rhus, Silicea and other
remedies may prove serviceable when special indications
point to their use.

XEROPHTHALMIA.
(Dryness of the Conjunctiva from Atrophy.)

(Syn. Xerosis Conjunctivse.)

The treatment can only be palliative, that is, ameliorate the
excessive dryness which gives rise to so much heat and pain.
Milk answers the purpose very well, or a weak solution of
glycerine and water, to which one per cent. of salt should be
added. Artificial serum is perhaps better still. "Cold ex
pressed castor oil has also proved effectual."—Thomas.
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PTERYGIUM.
{Hypertrophy of the Conjunctiva.)

This disease, considered by the old school as proof against

internal medication, has yielded to the proper homoeopathic
remedy, though it is true that cases are often met, which
prove very obstinate to treatment (probably owing to our in
complete knowledge of the Materia Medica) ; in which cases
we are compelled to resort to operative measures. Numerous
methods have been advocated, chief among which are ex
cision, ligation and transplantation; for the description of
these we would refer to any of the text books on the subject.
Calcarea carb.—Especially indicated in pterygium caused
from exposure to wet and cold.
Chimaphila.—This drug has been used in many cases, in
which no marked indications have been present, with some
success, though it has also often failed to improve.
Zincum.—Zinc has been more frequently employed and
with greater satisfaction than any other remedy, especially in
that form of pterygium which extends from the inner canthus
(as it usually does) ; for the majority of the eye symptoms are
found at the inner angle as will be noticed by examination of
the provings. The lachrymation is usually profuse and pho
tophobia marked, especially by artificial light. The pains are
pricking, with itching and soreness in the inner angle worse at
night; also itching and heat in the eyes, worse in the cold air
and better in a warm room; external canthi cracked; green
halo around the evening light. There may also be present
great pressure across the root of the nose and supraorbital region.
The following remedies are also reported to have been em
ployed with advantage in the treatment of pterygium when
suggested by constitutional symptoms or certain general char
acteristic eye indications: Argent. nit., Arsen., Cannabis,
Psor., Ratan., Spig., and Sulph.
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ANCHYLOBLEPHARON ET SYMBLEPHARON.
(Adhesion of the Edges of the Lids, and of the Lid to the Eyeball.)

Either affection is only amenable to operative interference,

which must vary according to the position and extent of the
adhesion.

TUMORES.
(Tumors of the Conjunctiva.)

They may be removed in some cases, according to the

nature of the tumor, by the proper selection of our drugs
based upon constitutional symptoms, though we are often
compelled to have recourse to operative measures.
Calcarea.—Some benefit has been derived from its use in
polypi of the conjunctiva.
Kali bichrom.—A saturated aqueous solution, used locally,
has been employed with excellent success in polypi.
Lycopodium is reported to have cured polypi, but I have
also seen it fail.
Lapis alb.—Slight improvement in a case of melanoma
has been observed.

L^ESIONES.
(Injuries of the Conjunctiva.)

These may be of a mechanical or chemical nature. If

mechanical they are usually dependent upon some foreign
body which has lodged on the conjunctiva, therefore the first
point to be attended to is its removal, which is generally
easily effected. After which, directions should be given to
bathe the eye in cold water or a weak solution of Aconite,
Arnica or Calendula. This will usually suffice, though in
severe cases it may be advisable to drop a little olive oil into
the eye after removing the foreign body.
Chemical injwies, especially from lime, are, unfortunately, of
frequent occurrence and very dangerous in their nature on

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account of the formation of deep sloughs, which have a great

tendency to result in symblepharon. If seen early, we should
endeavor to remove as much as possible of the lime and then
drop into the eye either a little olive oil, oil of sweet almonds,
milk, weak solution of vinegar or some substance which will
unite with the lime and form an innocuous compound. Water
should never be employed. Great care should be taken while
the wound is healing that no adhesions between the lids and
ball occur. If there is a tendency in this direction, the adhe
sions should be broken up once or twice a day by means of a
probe. »
When the injury is from strong acids, as sulphuric or nitric,
the eye should be syringed out with a weak solution of carbo
nate of soda or potassa (9j to 3vi aq. destil.) in order to neu
tralize the acid ; afterwards olive oil should be dropped in.
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CORNEA

KERATITIS.
(Inflammation of the Cornea.)
[Under this heading is included Keratitis superficialis, Keratitis pannosa, Keratitis
ulcerosa, Ulcus cornea? (cum Hypopion), Abscessus cornese
and Keratitis suppurativa.]
Superficial inflammation of the cornea will not usually
require. local treatment, unless it is caused by granular lids
(see conjunctivitis trachomatosa page 236) or by entropion,
inverted lashes, etc., in which case the cause must, of course,
be first removed. Severe cases, not dependent upon granular
lids or traumatic causes, will be greatly improved by the use
of a bandage. Atropine may be of service in rare cases, with
much photophobia and deep ciliary injection, though is not
commonly necessary under appropriate homoeopathic treat
ment. If the palpebral aperture is much shortened and the
eyelids thus press upon the eyeball, the outer canthus may be
divided (canthoplasty) so as to relieve the increased pressure
on the cornea. In obstinate cases of pannus, syndectomy or
even inoculation of purulent matter may be thought of.
In the treatment of ulcers and abcesses of the cornea, local
and dietetic measures are of great importance. If the ulcer is
extensive, the patient should be directed to remain quiet in
the house (in bed, if possible) that absolute rest may be ob
tained. As this disease is more often found in weak, debili
tated subjects, a very nutritious diet should be prescribed, and
it may even be necessary to use stimulants; in these cases the
concentrated tincture of avena sativa, ten drop doses four times
a day, or the use of cod liver oil will be found of great
service.
As a rule cold applications are injurious, except occasionally
in the first or inflammatory stage of superficial keratitis, or in
ulceration of the cornea occurring during the course of pan
nus. Hot poultices also are not advised, except in indolent

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ulcers which are deep, non-vascular and have no tendency to

heal, in which they may often be employed with advantage.
Bandaging upon the other hand is of the utmost importance
in the treatment, even in some cases producing a cure alone.
In all cases in which the ulcer or abscess is deep, or obstinate to
treatment, a protective bandage should be immediately ap
plied. It is usually sufficient to bandage only the affected eye
(if one be healthy) unless the ulcer be very deep and extensive,
when both eyes should be covered. The objects of the band
age are ; to keep the eye quiet and protected by its natural
coverings, the lids, from all irritating causes, such as wind,
dust, etc., and to keep the eye warm, in order to promote local
nutrition.
Atropine is not usually required in ulcers or abscesses of the
cornea, unless the ulcer is central and has a tendency to per
forate, or if iritis complicates the corneal trouble; then Atro
pine should be employed until full dilatation of the pupil is
produced, which should be maintained. It may also be of
service in relieving the great irritability and intense photo
phobia observed in some obstinate forms of corneal inflam
mation.
Eserine should be instilled if the ulcer tends toward perfora
tion at the periphery or if the intraocular tension becomes in
creased.
External applications are rarely necessary, though some
times good results have followed the external use of the same
drug that is prescribed internally. Aqua chlorinii used locally,
has proved beneficial in some cases, especially in the crescentic
form, and when the discharge of pus has been profuse. It may
be used pure or diluted one-half, one-third, or even more.
In those cases in which the ulcer is deep, with a great ten
dency to perforate, "Szemisch's incision" is recommended. It
consists in cutting through the ulcer into the anterior chamber,
with a Graefe's cataract knife, which is entered in the healthy
tissue on one side, and brought out in the healthy tissue
on the other side of the ulceration, which is then divided
by a sawing movement of the knife ; after which Atropine is
instilled and a compress bandage applied. The wound can be
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kept open by the aid of a spatula or David's spoon, for two or

three days if desirable.
Paracentesis may also be resorted to in the above cases,
though it has been nearly supplanted by "Ssemisch's incision"
whieh, in the majority of instances, is far preferable. All
ulcers should be closely watched, that we may detect any
hernia of the cornea or prolapse of the iris as soon as they
occur. If a prolapse has taken place, and is of recent origin,
we should endeavor to replace it, either by dilating or con
tracting the pupil, according to its situation ; if this proves
inadequate, the protruding iris should be snipped off with a pair
of scissors, Atropine instilled and a pressure bandage applied.
Aconite.—Superficial ulceration of the cornea, of traumatic
origin. First stage of ulceration caused from exposure in the
open air. Conjunctiva very red, chemosis, photophobia, and
lachrymation ; or, more commonly, the eye is dry, hot, burning,
and very sensitive to air. Patient restless, feverish and
thirsty.
Apis.—Ulcerations of the cornea, vascular, with photopho
bia, hot lachrymation, and birrning, stinging pains ; sometimes
the pains are very severe, and shoot through the eye, with
swollen, cedematous condition of the lids and conjunctiva. Pa
tient drowsy and thirstless.
Argent. nit.— Ulceration of the cornea, in new-born infants, or
from any form of purulent ophthalmia, with profuse discharge from
the eyes. Ulceration with pains like darts through the eye,
morning and evening. The pains are usually better in the
cool, open air, and aggravated in a warm room. The lids are
generally red, thick, and swollen ; conjunctiva cedematous, and
the discharge of white-yellow pus profuse.
Arnica.—Traumatic ulceration with much hemorrhage into
the anterior chamber. (Superficial traumatic ulcerations gener
ally yield more readily to Aconite.)
Arsenicum.—Especially when found in scrofulous, ansemic,
restless children. The ulceration is chiefly superficial, and
has a tendency to recur first in one eye, and then in the other.
The photophobia is usually excessive, and the lachrymation hot,
burning, acrid and profuse. The pains are burning, sticking ;
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there may be throbbing, pulsating, or tearing, around the eye,

worse. at night. The burning pains predominate, and are worse
at night, especially after midnight, when the child becomes very
restless and cross. Bathing in cold water often aggravates,
while warm water may relieve. Eyeballs sore to touch. Con
junctiva quite red ; chemosis. Marked soreness on the internal
surface of the lids, which are swollen externally (oedematous),
spasmodically closed, and often excoriated by the acrid discharge.".
Asafoetida.—Ulceration, accompanied by iritic pains which
extend from within outwards, and are relieved by rest and pressure.
Aurum.—Ulceration of the cornea, especially occurring
during the course of pannus or scrofulous ophthalmia. Cor
nea quite vascular, and the patient very irritable and sensi
tive to noise. Cervical glands often enlarged and inflamed.
The photophobia is marked, lachrymation profuse and scalding,
and the eyes very sensitive to touch. The pains extend from
without inwards, and are worse on touch (reverse of Asaf.).
Belladonna.—Superficial ulceration of the cornea, with in
tense photophobia, and some throbbing pain, aggravated after
noon and evening.
Calcarea carb.—Particularly valuable for corneal ulcerations
found in fat, unhealthy children with large abdomens, who sweat
much, especially about the head, and are very susceptible to
cold air; also in deep, sloughing ulcers, found in weak, cachec
tic individuals. The pains, redness, photophobia, and lachry
mation are variable, and, though it is a prominent remedy
for this disorder, there are no characteristic eye symptoms, and
we are guided in its selection chiefly by concomitant indi
cations.
Calc. hypophos.—This preparation of lime is most com
monly called for in deep sloughing ulcers, or abscesses, found in
weak, debilitated individuals. Especially indicated in crescentic
idcers following purulent conjunctivitis.
Calc. iodata.—Ulcerations in strumous subjects, with en
largement of the tonsils, and cervical glands.
Cantharis.—Superficial ulceration caused by burns, with
burning pain and lachrymation.
Chamomilla.—Ulceration occurring in cross, peevish child
ren during dentition.

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Chinin. mur.—Ulceration of the cornea, of malarial origin,

or dependent upon ansemic conditions, especially if the iris has
become affected and there are severe pains, either in or above
the eye, periodic in character and accompanied by chills.
Ulcers found in the course of pannus, with much pain in the
morning.
Cimicifuga.—Ulcers with sharp, neuralgic pains through the
eye into the head.
Cinnabaris. — When accompanied by that characteristic
pain above the eye, extending from the internal to the external can-
thus, or running around the eye. This pain varies greatly, both
in intensity and character. Photophobia and lachrymation
are usually present.
Conium.—An important remedy in superficial ulceration
in which the surface of the cornea only is abraded; thus, owing
to the exposure of the terminal filaments of the nerves or to
hyperesthesia, there is intense photophobia and much lach
rymation. On account of the great photophobia, the lids are
spasmodically closed, and when opened, a profuse gush of
tears occurs (Ehus). The discharges are usually slight and
the pains variable, though aggravated by any light. But,
notwithstanding all this photophobia, pain and lachrymation,
we find upon examination, very little or no redness of the con
junctiva, not sufficient to account for the great photophobia,
which is out of all proportion to the amount of trouble. Stru
mous conditions, enlarged glands, etc. would assist us.
(Conium1 has sometimes cured when the high potencies have
failed.)
Groton tig.—Ulceration, with marked pain in the supra-
ciliary region at night, especially if accompanied by a vesicu
lar eruption on the face and lids.
CundurangO.—Superficial ulceration, with sores or cracks
at the corners of the mouth.
Duboisin.—Low form of ulceration, more or less deep,
without photophobia and lachrymation.
Eserine.—Sloughing ulceration of the cornea, with ten
dency to increased intra-ocular tension.
Euphrasia.— Superficial ulceration (sometimes with pan-
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nus) may be relieved, though it rarely affects beneficially any

extensive ulceration, except to palliate the symptoms in the
first stage.
Photophobia is generally present, as well as profuse, acrid,
burning lachrymation, together with profuse, acrid, yellowish-white,
muco-purulent discharge from the eyes, which makes the lids red
and excoriated, giving them and the cheek an appearance as
if varnished.
The conjunctiva is quite red and the eyes smart and burn.
Blurring of the eyes, relieved by winking.
Graphites.—A very valuable remedy in ulceration of the
cornea, especially occurring in scrofulous children who are
covered with eczematous eruptions, particularly on the head
and behind the ears; eruptions are moist, fissured and glutinous.
Is especially adapted to superficial ulcerations, resulting from pus
tules, though has also been useful in deep ulcers even with hy
popyon. The cornea is more frequently found quite vascular,
and conjunctiva much injected, though both may be slight in
degree. The photophobia is usually intense, and the lachryma-
tion profuse, but may be very moderate in amount. The pains
are variable, and the discharges generally thin and excoriat
ing. The lids are sometimes covered with dry scales (the
edges) though are more commonly red and sore, with cracking
and bleeding of the external canthi upon any attempt to open the
eyes. Generally accompanying the above symptoms, we find
an acrid discharge from the nose, which makes the nostrils
sore and covered with scabs.
Hamamelis. —When dependent upon a blow or burn, espe
cially when complicated with hemorrhage into the anterior
chamber (hypsemia).
Hepar.—This is one of the most frequently indicated reme
dies for ulcers and abscesses of the cornea, especially for the
deep, sloughing form, and when hypopyon is present. Also useful
in acute aggravations of pannus tending towards ulceration.
Some torpid forms of ulcers and abscesses have been bene
fited, though usually the symptoms are well pronounced when
this drug is indicated. There is intense photophobia, profuse
lachrymation, and great reiness of the cornea and conjunctiva,
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even chemosis. The pains are severe and of a throbbing, aching,

stinging character, ameliorated by warmth and aggravated by
cold or uncovering the eye, and in the evening. There is
marked sensitiveness of the eye to touch. The lids may be red,
swollen, spasmodically closed, and bleed easily upon opening them.
For the absorption of pus in the anterior chamber (hypopyon),
there is no better remedy than Hcpar. Cases found in stru
mous, outrageously cross children, should suggest this drug.
General symptoms of chilliness, etc., are important.
Ignatia.—Ulcers in nervous, hysterical persons, with vari
ous peri-orbital pains, especially at one point.
Ipecac.—Vascular ulceration of the cornea, with much pho
tophobia.
Kali bichrom.—Especially of value in those cases of indo
lent ulceration, which prove so intractable to treatment; cases
in which there is no active inflammatory process, only a low
grade of chronic inflammation, therefore marked by no photo
phobia and no redness. The pains are generally slight and va
riable, and the discharge, if any, of a stringy character. Ulcers
which have a tendency to bore in, without extending laterally.
Mercurins sol.—Mercury in some one of its preparations
is a common prescription for ulcers and abscesses; and as the
soluble mercury of Hahnemann is perhaps more commonly
employed than any other, we shall describe this more in de
tail, and afterwards give simply the variations found in the
other forms.
Is adapted to both superficial and deep ulceration, especially
in syphilitic or strumous subjects. The cornea, at the point of
ulceration, is usually quite vascular, though may be sur
rounded by a greyish opacity due to infiltration between its
layers; the conjunctival redness is also marked. The dread of
light is generally great, especially of artificial light, and the
lachrymation is profuse, burning and excoriating, while the dis-
charges are thin and acrid in character. The pains are often
severe and vary in character, but are always aggravated at night,
by damp weather or extreme cold, and ameliorated tempo
rarily by cold water. The lids are thick, red, swollen, and ex
coriated by the acrid discharges, sensitive to extreme heat or
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cold and to contact, and are forcibly closed. The concomitant

symptoms of excoriation of the nostrils, flabby tongue, night
sweats, pain at night, etc., are usually present.
Mercurius corr. — Called for when the above mercurial
symptoms are especially severe, particularly if the iris has
become involved. The photophobia, acrid lachrymation, dis
charges, pains, burning and excoriation of the lids, are excessive
(which are more often found in the scrofulous diathesis).
Mercurius dulc. — Deep or superficial ulcers or abscesses
found in pale, flabby, strumous children, with enlarged glands
and general scrofulous cachexia. Other symptoms vary little
from Merc. sol.
Mercurius nitr.—Has been used empirically with excellent
success in all kinds of ulceration, both in the acute and chronic,
superficial and deep forms, whether accompanied by hypopyon
or not, in cases in which there has been much photophobia,
and in cases in which there has been none; where there has
been much pain, and where there has been no pain. In fact,
it has been successfully employed in all imaginable forms of
the disease, but it seems to act better in those cases in which
there is a tendency to the formation of pustules. It is gener
ally prescribed both externally and internally at the same
time, an3 in the lower potencies; the first potency in water ex
ternally, and the third internally. (Atropine may be used
with it, especially if there is much photophobia.)
Mercurius praec. rub.—Ulceration of a cornea covered with
pannus, lids granular and usual eye symptoms of mercury.
Aggravation from working over a fire.
Mercurius prot.—Serpiginous ulceration of the cornea that
commences at the margin and extends over the whole cornea, or a
portion of it, especially the upper part, involving only the superficial
layers. This form of ulceration is more commonly found dur
ing the course of trachoma and pannus, in which the proto-
iodide of mercury has often proved its value. The vascularity
of the cornea and conjunctiva is usually great, while the photo
phobia is excessive. The pains are the same as those given
under Mercurius sol. Non-vascular central ulcer of the cornea
with pain at night. A thick yellow coating at the base of the
tongue is generally 'present.
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Natrum mur. —Ulcers that appear after the use of caustics,

particularly the nitrate of silver. Photophobia usually marked,
so that a child will lie with the head buried in the pillows,
lachrymation acrid, discharges thin and excoriating, lids swol
len, eruption around the eye on face which is often shining,
pains various, though often sharp and piercing above the eye on
looking down, are the most prominent eye indications. Con
comitants will decide our choice.
Nux vom.—Superficial ulceration of the cornea characterized
by excessive photophobia, especially in the morning; during the
day is often comparatively free from it. The amount of red
ness is not usually excessive, though varies, as does also the
character of the pains. Lachrymation is profuse. To be
thought of in cases that have been previously over-dosed with
medicine, both externally and internally. Neuro-paralytic in
flammation of the cornea has been benefited.
Pulsatilla.—Superficial ulcers following phlyctenular, espe
cially in females of a mild temperament. Tfnck, bland, white
or yellow discharge from the eyes, and general amelioration of
the symptoms in open air. Small ulcers on the centre of the
cornea with no vascularity and only moderate irritation of the
eye.
Rhus tox.—Superficial keratitis, with excessive photophobia and
lachrymation, so that the tears gush out upon opening the spasmodi
cally closed lids; if a child, will often lie with its face buried in
the pillows all day. Profuse flow of tears is a very important
symptom under this drug, and benefit is frequently derived
from its use in superficial ulceration of the cornea with granular
lids in which this symptom is prominent. Keratitis caused
from exposure in the water, often calls for Rhus (Calc.).
The redness of the eye is generally marked, with chemosis.
The lids are cedematously swollen, especially the upper. An
eruption may frequently be found around the eye, character
istic of the drug. The symptoms are generally worse in damp
iceather and at night after midnight, therefore the patients are
restless at night and disturbed by bad dreams. A rheumatic
diathesis would also influence our choice.
Silicea.—Adapted to sloughing ulcers of the cornea, and
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the crescentic form of ulceration ; also to small round ulcers

which have a tendency to perforate, especially if situated
near the centre of the cornea and having no blood vessels
running to them. Pain, photophobia, lachrymation, red
ness and discharges vary, though the latter are generally
profuse in the sloughing form of the disease. Hypopyon may
be present. The Silicea patient is usually very sensitive to cold
and therefore wishes to keep wrapped up warm, especially
about the head.
Spigelia.—Ulcers with sharp shooting pains through the
eye, and into the head.
Sulphur.—Beneficial results have followed the use of this
drug in all varieties of ulcers and abscesses, from the simple
abrasion of the epithelial layer following the disappearance of
a phlyctenule, to the most severe sloughing form of ulcers or
abscesses we may see. Both acute and chronic cases have been
relieved, though it is more often to be thought of in the latter
form even in cases in which the destruction of tissue is great
and pus is. present' in the anterior chamber, especially if the in
flammation be indolent in nature, with no photophobia and
but slight vascularity. Ulcerations occurring in, or dependent
upon a scrofulous diathesis, as shown by eruptions, etc., suggest
this remedy, as does also any case which can be traced to the
suppression of an eruption. The most prominent eye indica
tions which would lead us to its selection, are the pains, which
are usually sharp and sticking as if a needle or splinter were stick
ing in the eye, or there may be sharp, shooting pains through the eye
into the head from one to three A. M. (These severe pains
through the eye into the head, during the day or evening,
rarely call for Sulphur, but for Spig., Bry., Cimicif., or the
like.) Again we may have a great variety of other sensations.
The intolerance of light is generally great and the lachrymation
profuse, though both are variable.
All the symptoms are, as a rule, aggravated by bathing the eyes,
so that a child cannot bear to have any water touch them.
Thuja.—Ulcerations of a syphilitic origin, even when hypo
pyon is present, suffusion of the eyes and burning in them.
Pain over the eye as if a nail were being driven in.
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The following remedies have also been followed by favorable

results in occasional cases : Alumina, Baryta carb. and jod.,
Cannabis, Caust., Chin. ars., Kali carb., Kali mur. and jod.,
Kreos., Nit. ac., Petrol., Sang., Secale, Seneg., Sepia and Vaccin.

KERATITIS PHLYCTENULARIS.
(Phlyctenular Inflammation of the Cornea.)

See Ophthalmia phlyctenularis, page 241.

KERATITIS TRAUMATICA.
(Traumatic Inflammation of the Cornea.)

See Ophthalmia traumatica, page 251.

KERATITIS PARENCHYMATOSA.
(Diffuse or Interstitial Inflammation of the Cornea.)

In the treatment of this variety of inflammation of the cor

nea, our main dependence must be placed upon constitutional
treatment. Here homoeopathy shows its great advantage over
the old school, for we can often check the progress of the
disease in a speedy manner, by the careful selection and ad
ministration of our drugs.
As the general health of these patients is not usually good,
plenty of exercise in the open air, and a nutritious diet are to
be especially advised.
No external applications should be prescribed, except in
rare cases in which the ciliary injection is great and there
seems to be iritic complication, when Atropine may be em
ployed with benefit.
Iridectomy may be thought of as a last resort, or when there
is increase of the intra-ocular tension.
Apis.—Cornese densely infiltrated, with moderate redness
and photophobia. History of hereditary syphilis, with ex
ostoses, swelling of the joints, high fever, drowsiness and thirst-
lessness, may be present.

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Arsenicum.—Interstitial keratitis, cornea hazy with com
mencing vascularity. Intense photophobia and profuse lachry-
mation, with burning pain in and around the eye, worse after
midnight.
Aurum mur.—The muriate of gold has been most com
monly used, and in the lower potencies. It is especially im
portant in all those cases in which the cause can be traced to
hereditary syphilis, and as the majority of cases of genuine in
terstitial keratitis are of this origin, it can readily be seen how
common a remedy this may be. It is also valuable in diffuse
keratitis of strumous origin. We have seen it act speedily and
permanently in both the vascular and non-vascular variety of
the disease, though generally marked symptoms of an hered
itary taint have been present, as shown by the character of the
teeth, described by Hutchinson, as well as by the history of
the case. The subjective symptoms are not prominent and
may be absent, though usually there is some photophobia,
irritable condition of the eye and dull pain in and around
the eye, which often seems deep in the bone.
Baryta iod.—Interstitial keratitis, occurring in scrofulous
subjects, with great enlargement of the cervical glands, which are
hard and painful on pressure.
Calcarea phos.—Parenchymatous inflammation of the
cornea, of strumous origin. The infiltration into the cornea
may be dense. Photophobia is usually present. Enlargement
of the tonsils, and other Calcarea symptoms will be found.
Cannabis.—Interstitial inflammation of the cornea from
hereditary syphilis. Cornea densely opaque and vascular.
The photophobia is intense, and lachrymation profuse.
Hepar.—Keratitis parenchymatosa in scrofulous subjects.
Cornea opaque and vascular, with deep ciliary injection, severe
iritic pains, excessive photophobia, profuse lachrymation, and
great sensitiveness of the eyeball to touch. Of service in
clearing the cornea after the inflammatory process has been
checked.
Kali mur. —Diffuse infiltration of the cornea, with some
pain, moderate photophobia and redness. The absorption of
Atropine is very slow.
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Merc sol.—Especially indicated if the cause can be traced

to either acquired or hereditary syphilis. The ciliary injection,
pain, and iritic complication, are well marked, as well as the
nocturnal aggravation, and general concomitant symptoms.
The inflammation is more active than under Aurum.
Sepia.—Keratitis parenchymatosa, complicated with uterine
disturbances.
Sulphur.—Indicated in strumous subjects, even if the in
flammation is in an active stage. Especially useful, however,
in promoting the absorption of the infiltration into the cornea,
after the inflammation has beon allayed by proper remedies.
Other preparations of Calcarea, Kali, and Mercurius, may
prove of service in the treatment of this disease.

DESCEMETITIS.
(Inflammation of the Posterior Elastic Layer of the Cornea.)

The chief remedies will be Kali bichr. and Gels. For spe
cial indications refer to Iritis, page 274.

KERATO IRITIS.
(Inflammation of the Cornea and Iris.)

(Refer to Iritis and Keratitis.)

LEUCOMA, MACULA, ETC.

(Opacities of the Cornea.)

The prognosis of opacities of the cornea varies according to

their duration and character. If they are dependent upon in
filtration into the. cornea, proper treatment will usually cause
their absorption, but if tbey result from new scar tissue, as in
extensive ulceration, the prognosis is not favorable. Time
will, however, do considerable in clearing the cornea, especially
in the opacities of children.
The application of irritants to the cornea to promote the dis
persion of opacities is often of great advantage, if there is no
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vascularity of the cornea, nor other symptoms of irritation.

The following have been found most efficacious, and should
be applied directly to the opacity: Sulphate of soda, alumi-
nate of copper, bichromate of potash, or carbolic acid and
glycerine (gtt. vi. ad Ij.).
In order to cut off the irregularly refracted rays of light, in
some forms of opacities, stenopaic spectacles, either with or
without convex or concave glasses, may be of advantage.
An iridectomy opposite a transparent portion of the cornea,
is frequently advisable, if the opacity is too dense to be re
moved by remedies.
As there is usually a total lack of eye symptoms in these
cases, we must chiefly rely upon the general condition of the
patient, though the following are the drugs which have been
found more commonly indicated : Aurum, Calc. carb. and
iod., Cannabis, Cuprum al., Hepar, Kali bichr., Nat. sulph.,
Sil. and Sulphur.

KERATOCONUS, KERATOGLOBUS, STAPHYLOMA

CORNER ET IRIDIS.
( Conical Cornea, Spherical Bulging of the Cornea, Staphyloma of the Cornea and
Iris.)
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The progress of conical cornea can often be checked by the
employment of the proper homoeopathic remedy, though it is
impossible to diminish the conicity of the cornea without in
strumental interference.
The remedy must be chosen according to both local and
constitutional symptoms, though Calc. jod., Eserine and Pulsat.
have thus far proved most serviceable. Suitable hygienic
measures are of great importance, as this affection may be de
pendent upon a debilitated condition of the health. A pres
sure bandage may sometimes be used with advantage, but if
the disease seems still to increase, in spite of medication, an
iridectomy is required. Either stenopaic or concave glasses
may improve the vision.
Various operations are recommended for the cure of conical
cornea, as cauterization, removal of a piece from the apex, etc.
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Staphyloma of the cornea may be total or partial, and either
accompanied by protrusion of the iris or not. Our first aim
should be, in the treatment of ulcers and other diseases of the
cornea which tend toward this sad result, to endeavor to pre
vent it by bandaging and proper medicinal means. If, how
ever, staphyloma is already present, we must have recourse to
the knife, and here we find many operations advisable, ac
cording to the duration and extent of the staphylomatous
bulging.

L-ffiSIONES.
(Injuries and Wounds of the Cornea.)

Foreign bodies in the cornea are of frequent occurrence and

can usually be easily removed by the aid of a spud without
fixation of the eye, though if the patient be very nervous and
the foreign body imbedded in the cornea, it is better to use a
stop speculum and then fix the eye with a pair of forceps, or
employ an ansesthetic. If the foreign body has penetrated the
cornea and lies partly in the anterior chamber, a broad needle
should be introduced behind it, in order to prevent its being
pushed backward in our attempt to extract it. Pieces of steel
may be removed with a magnet. Chemical injuries have
already been treated of under the -conjunctiva.
The treatment of wounds of the cornea vary according to
the complications which may arise. Our first endeavor should
be to subdue the inflammatory symptoms, if seen early, by the
use of ice bags ; especially is this true if the iris and other tis
sues have also been injured. Cold compresses of Aconite,
Arnica, Calendula or Hamamelis may be employed locally ;
at the same time administering one or an other, usually
Aconite, internally. Atropine should be instilled into the eye
if the injury is near the centre of the cornea or if the iris is
involved. If the perforation is near the periphery of the
cornea Eserine may be substituted for the Atropine. Perfect
rest should be insisted upon if the injury is extensive. If a
fistulous opening should remain, a compress bandage may be
necessary or even the introduction of a suture.
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iTUMORES.
(Tumors of the Cornea.)

(See Tumors of the Conjunctiva.)

SCLERA.

EPISCLERITIS, SCLERITIS, SCLERO CHOROIDITIS

ANT.
(Inflammation of the Sclerotic.)

The local symptoms of this disease being usually few and

indefinite, we are often obliged to derive our indications for
remedies from the general symptoms of the patient.
If there is great ciliary injection and pain, a solution of
Atropine may be employed, but it is rarely necessary.
Aconite.—In the acute stage, if there is violent, aching,
dragging, tearing, or burning pains in the eyeball with con
tracted pupil, photophobia and the characteristic reddish-blue
circle around the cornea. The eye is usually quite sensitive to
touch and feels hot and dry. Especially useful if caused from
cold or exposure to dry cold air.
Aurum.—Low forms of scleritis in which the infiltration
has extended into the parenchyma of the cornea. Moderate
pain, redness and photophobia. Syphilitic dyscrasia.
Cinnabaris.—Inflammation of the sclera, with pain over the
eye, usually aggravated at night.
Kalmia.—Sclero-choroiditis ant. Sclera inflamed, vitreous
filled with opacities, glimmering of light below one eye espe
cially on reading with the other, were indications present in
one case in which Kalmia was of great service.
Mercurius.—Inflammation of the sclerotic, which is thinned
so that the choroid shines through. Steady aching pain in the
eye all the time, but worse at night; also usually some pain
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around the eye, especially if the iris has become involved.

Particularly to be thought of, if of syphilitic origin. Con
comitant symptoms of flabby tongue, offensive breath, night
pains, etc., are of great importance. The solubis and corrosi-
vus have been most commonly employed, though the other
preparations may be indicated.
Nux mosch. —Nodules over external recti, very large and
painful. Patient very drowsy, with sleepy expression of eyes.
Silicea.—Sclerotic inflamed, with or without choroideal com
plication. The pains may be severe and extend from the eyes
to the head and are relieved by warmth. Aching in the occiput
corresponding to the eye affected.
Terebinth.—Inflammation of the superficial layers of the
sclera, with a considerable redness, and intense pain in the eye
and corresponding side of the head. Urine dark and scanty.
. Thuja.—This is a very valuable remedy in all forms of in
flammation of the sclera, even if no characteristic symptoms
are present. It should be the first remedy suggested to our
minds in the treatment of scleritis, sclero-choroiditis or any of
its complications as clinical experience has often verified its
usefulness in these cases. In most instances there has been
great tenderness of the globe, intolerance of light, and active
inflammation with a general cachectic condition, occurring in
persons badly nourished, either scrofulous or syphilitic, and
those long time deprived of fresh air.
The following have also been used and are recommended:
Puis., Spig. and Sulph.

STAPHYLOMA SCLERA ANT.

(Morbid Prominence of the Anterior Portion of the Sclera.)

We should endeavor to prevent this result by the use of

those remedies given under scleritis, but if it seems to progress
in spite of our remedies an iridectomy must be made.
If the staphyloma has existed for some time, it may be ab
scised according to one of the various methods advised ; if it
be extensive and sight is lost, enucleation is to be preferred.
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LASIONES.
( Wounds and Injuries of the Sclera.)

The treatment of wounds of the sclerotic varies according

to their extent and situation. If any protrusion of the con
tents of the globe has occurred, it should be cut off and the
edges of the wound approximated as closely as possible by the
aid of a bandage or the introduction of a fine suture. The
patient should be kept quiet in bed and ice compresses, with or
without applications of Arnica or Calendula solutions, em
ployed as may be most applicable from the nature of the in
jury, whether contused or incised. Aconite should be given
internally.
If the wound, however, is extensive, especially if in the cili
ary region, even though the vision is not wholly lost, enucle
ation is far the safer method of proceeding, in order that all
danger of sympathetic trouble in the other (healthy) eye may
be taken away. In all cases in which a large portion of the
globe has escaped and sight is irretrievably lost, enucleation
is necessary.
If there is a foreign body in the sclerotic, it should be re
moved, but if it has penetrated the sclerotic and is within the
eye, it is usually necessary to enucleate, although its extraction
may be attempted if there has not been too much injury to
the ciliary body. The magnet has of late been highly recom
mended for the removal of steel or iron from the interior of
the eyeball.

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274 iritis.

IRIS.

IRITIS.
(Inflammation of the Iris.)

Under this heading will be included all varieties of iritis,

idiopathic, rheumatic, syphilitic, traumatic, sympathetic, puru
lent, spongy and serous, also descemetitis.
The first point that demands our attention is the removal of
any exciting cause, as for instance, a foreign body in the con
junctiva, cornea or interior of the eye. If it be due to swell
ing or dislocation of the lens forward, or to a portion of the
lens substance lying against the iris, an incision should be
made and the irritating object removed. When dependent
upon sympathetic irritation from the other eye, which has
been already destroyed, enucleation of the injured eye should
be performed as early as possible. If previous synechise are
the exciting causes, an iridectomy becomes necessary.
We are sometimes compelled to treat quite severe cases of
this disease as out-patients and often with excellent results,
though it is far better and safer in all cases to confine the pa
tient to the house. If they are allowed to leave the house the
eyes must be carefully guarded by bandaging the affected eye
and protecting the other by a shade or colored glass. We
should, however, in all cases, especially if severe, most posi
tively insist upon the patient remaining in a darkened room
and in bed, in order that perfect rest may be obtained, both
from the irritation of light and from muscular movements.
A low or milk diet usually proves most beneficial unless the
patient is too much debilitated.
Cold applications should never be employed in iritis, except
in the first stage of the traumatic form when ice compresses
may be used with great advantage.
Warmth is one of our most important aids in the treatment.
It may be employed in various ways, though I would especially
advise dry warmth, covering the eye and corresponding side of
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the head with a large thick cotton pad, for by this the heat
may be kept more uniform than by the application of moisture.
Small bags, partially filled with fine table salt, applied hot to
the eye will often relieve the severe iritic pain experienced at
night.
The next point in the treatment of iritis is one of great im
portance and should always be attended to, viz., complete dilata
tion of the pupil as early as possible by the use of Atropine. As
soon as the nature of the disease has been detected a solution
of Atropine should be instilled strong enough to produce the
desired result, and when the dilatation is complete we should
endeavor to keep it so by a continued application of the
mydriatic. In severe cases of iritis it may be necessary to use
the Atropine every hour. Dryness of the throat or flushing
of the face will indicate that it must be used at longer intervals
or perhaps discontinued entirely. If the pupil is already
bound down by adhesions which cannot be readily torn, it is
sometimes better to discontinue the mydriatic until the in
flammatory symptoms have subsided, when it may again be
tried to break up the adhesions. A solution of Atropine four
grains to the ounce of water is most commonly employed,
though a weaker solution, even one-eighth of a grain to the
ounce, may be used in mild cases if the required effect can be
accomplished with it, but the pupils must be dilated if possible,
even if we have to employ the crude substance. These re
marks regarding Atropine will apply to the various forms of
iritis, with the exception of the serous variety in which dilata
tion is not necessary. If Atropine should act as an irritant or
the eye shows a great antipathy to its use, some other mydri
atic, as Duboisine, Daturine, or Homatropine, may be sub
stituted.
An iridectomy may be made in the later stages, or, if other
treatment fails. It may also be indicated in serous iritis, if
glaucomatous symptoms supervene, though paracentesis of the
cornea is usually to be preferred.
Aconite.—In the very first stage, or, in a sudden reappear
ance, this remedy is often of the greatest value, especially, if
occurring in young, full-blooded patients, and when the cause
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can be traced to an exposure to a cold draught of air. It is the

most commonly indicated remedy in traumatic iritis. The
ciliary injection is usually marked, pupils contracted, and
pains often severe, beating and throbbing, especially at night.
There is a sensation of great heat, burning, and dryness in the
eyes. The eye symptoms are often accompanied by general
febrile excitement.
Arnica —Rheumatic iritis has been benefited, though its
special sphere of action is in the traumatic variety, in which it
may be employed with advantage.
Arsenicum.—Iritis, with periodic burning pains, worse at
night, after midnight, ameliorated by warm applications. Fre
quently indicated in serous iritis.
Asafoetida.—Especially indicated in the syphilitic variety, and
after the abuse of mercury. (More applicable to the female sex.
Liebold.) The pains are severe in the eye, above it, and in the
temples, of a throbbing, pulsating, pressing, burning, or stick
ing character, and tend to become periodic ; they extend usu
ally from within outwards, and are relieved by rest and pressure
(reverse of Aurum).
Aurum.—Chiefly serviceable in syphilitic iritis, and after
overdosing with mercury or potash. There is much pain,
which seems to be deep in the bones surrounding the eye, of a
tearing, pressing nature, often extending down into the eye
ball, with burning heat, especially on trying to open the eyes;
the pressing pain is usually from above downwards, and from
without inwards, aggravated on touch. The vision is clouded,
as by a dark veil. The mental condition of the patient is that
of great depression; this, together with the bone pains in other
portions, aid us materially in our choice.
Belladonna.—Early stages of iritis, caused from a cold; or
chronic plastic iritis, following cataract extraction, with much
redness and severe throbbing pain in the eye and head, worse
at night. Sensitiveness of th e eyeball to touch, congestion of
the face, etc.
Bryonia.—Iritis resulting from exposure to cold not un-
frequently calls for this drug, especially if occurring with a
rheumatic diathesis. The pains may be sharp and shooting in
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the eyes, extending through into the head, or down into the face, or
there may be a sensation of soreness and aching in and around
the ball, especially behind it, extending through to occiput;
the patient also sometimes describes the pain "as if the eye was
being forced out of the socket." All the pains are generally aggra
vated by moving the eyes in their sockets, or upon any exertion of
them, and at night. The seat of pain often becomes sore to
touch. In the serous form it also proves serviceable.
Calendula.—Traumatic iritis.
Gedron.—This remedy is particularly of value in relieving
the severe ciliary neuralgia observed in iritis, if supra-orbital,
seeming to follow the course of the supra-orbital nerve, espe
cially if there is marked periodicity. In relieving the pain it
acts favorably upon the disease, by removing nervous irrita
tion and allowing the more beneficial action of the true
remedy.
China.—Iritis dependent upon the loss of vital fluids, or
malaria. The pains are variable, but have a marked periodi
city. The muriate of quinine, in appreciable doses, will often
relieve the severity of the pains, especially when of an inter
mittent type, and accompanied by chills and fever.
Cinnabaris. —Of great value in the treatment of iritis, par
ticularly syphilitic, and if gummata are present in the iris.
The characteristic pain commences at the inner canthus, and ex
tends across the brow, or even passes around the eye, though there
may be shooting pains through the eye into the head, especi
ally at inner canthus. Sharp pain over the eye, or soreness
along the course of the supra-orbital nerve, and corresponding
side of the head. Like mercury, the nocturnal aggravation is
usually marked, and the symptoms intermit in severity.
Clematis. —By some, this drug is considered to be as fre
quently called for as mercury in iritis and kerato-iritis, though
we have never used it to the same extent. Chronic syphilitic
iritis, with very little pain. The pains are similar to those of
Mercurius, but there is usually much heat and dryness in
the eye, and great sensitiveness to cold air, to light and bathing.
(Is said to have a marked action on the adhesions, which take
place between the iris and lens.)
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Conium.—Descemetitis, with excessive photophobia, and but

little redness or apparent inflammation.
Euphrasia.—Rheumatic iritis, with constant aching, and
occasional darting pain in the eye, always worse at night, cili
ary injection and photophobia great, aqueous cloudy, iris dis
colored, and bound down by adhesions.
Gelsemium. —In serous iritis alone, or complicated with
choroideal inflammation, Gelsem. is the most prominent rem
edy. There is hypersecretion, and cloudiness of the aqueous,
with moderate ciliary injection and pain.
Hamamelis.—Iritis traumatica, or other fprms, in which
hemorrhage Jias taken place into the iris or anterior chamber.
Hepar.—Especially serviceable if the inflammation has
extended to the neighboring tissues, cornea (kerato-iritis),
and ciliary body (irido-cyclitis), or after gummata have rup
tured, and if there is pus in the anterior chamber {hypopyon). As
hypopyon is an important symptom under Hepar, we should
think of this remedy in parenchymatous, or suppurative in
flammation of the iris, in which this condition is present. It
is also of value in purulent irido-capsulitis after cataract extrac
tion. The pains are pressing, boring, or throbbing in the eye,
ameliorated by warmth, and aggravated by motion. The eye is
very tender to touch. There is usually much photophobia, and
great redness of the conjunctiva, even chemosis, while the lids
may be red, swollen. spasmodically closed, and sore to touch.
The patient feels chilly, and wants to keep warmly covered.
Payr says that it is the chief remedy for keratitis punctata.
Kvli bichrom.—It is the remedy for true descemetitis char
acterized by fine punctate spots on the posterior surface of the
cornea, especially over the pupil, with moderate redness and
very little photophobia. May be required in syphilitic iritis.
Kali iod.—An important remedy in syphilitic iritis, especi
ally after mercurialization and if the secondary eruption on
the skin is present. The special indications are not marked,
though the inflammation is usually of high degree. It has been
given upon general principles in many instances with excel
lent success.
Mercurius.—Mercury in its various combinations is our
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"sheet anchor" in the treatment of all forms of iritis, especi

ally the syphilitic; and the cases which call for its use present
a great variety of symptoms, differing widely both in charac
ter and intensity. The pains are xisually severe, of a tearing, bor
ing, cutting, burning nature, chiefly around the eyes, in the fore
head and temples, and accompanied by throbbing, shooting,
sticking pains in the eye, though in rare cases they may be
almost or entirely absent; these pains as well as all the symp
toms of the mercurials are always worse at night after going to
bed and in damp weather, in this respect corresponding very
closely to the disease. There is generally much heat both in
and around the eye, and soreness of the corresponding side of
the head to touch. Great sensitiveness to heat or cold may be
found, also to light, especially lite glare of a fire. Acrid lachryma-
tion may be present. The pupil is contracted and overspread
by a thin, bluish film, while there is great tendency to the forma
tion of adhesions (posterior synechia?). The iris is discolored,
aqueous cloudy, and ciliary injection marked. Hypopyon may
be present or not. Gummata may also be found on the iris.
The lids may be red, swollen and spasmodically closed, or
even normal in appearance. The concomitant symptoms of
nocturnal pains in different portions of the body, perspiration
at night, condition of tongue, mouth and throat, and erup
tions on the skin, are of great importance in selecting this
drug and in choosing between the different preparations.
The Corrosivus is most frequently employed and proves most
beneficial, as the intensity of the symptoms is more marked un
der this than any other form.
The Solubis comes next in order of usefulness and should be
given if the above symptoms are present and if the inflamma
tion is of medium intensity or lower grade, and if certain
characteristic general symptoms are observed.
The Dulcis is to be thought of when iritis is found in very
scrofulous subjects, especialljr children with pale flabby skin,
and when associated with corneal ulceration.
The Protoiodide should be chosen from concomitant symp
toms, as thick yellow coating on tJte base of the tongue, enlarged
glands, etc., and when superficial ulceration of the cornea compli
280 IRITIS.

cates the difficulty, especially if found during the course of

pannus.
Natrum sal icy1. — Iritis with intense ciliary neuralgia,
especially resulting from operations on the eye.
Nitric acid.—Chronic syphilitic iritis of a low degree, with
very little or no nightly pain. The pains may be worse dur
ing the day and are of a pressing stinging character. Poster
ior synechise will be found.
Nux vom.—May be useful at the beginning of the disease
or as an intercurrent, especially in the syphilitic form, if there
is much photophobia, lachrymation, etc., in the morning.
Petroleum.—Syphilitic iritis accompanied by occipital head
ache. Pain in eyes pressing or stitching, and skin around the
eyes dry and scurfy.
Rhus tox.—Idiopathic or rheumatic iritis, if caused by ex
posure to wet, or if found in a rheumatic patient. Suppurative
iritis, particularly if of traumatic origin, as after cataract extrac
tion, more often calls for Rhus than any other remedy. Also
useful in kerato-iritis. The lids are cedematously swollen, spas
modically closed, and upon opening them, a profuse gush of tears
takes place. There is chemosis; the photophobia is marked, and
the pains are various, both in and around the eye, worse at
night, especially after midnight, and in damp weather. The
swelling of the lids often involves the corresponding side of
the face and may be covered by a vesicular eruption. Con
comitants must be taken into consideration.
Spigelia.—Rheumatic iritis, if the pains are sharp and shoot
ing both in and around the eye, especially if they seem to radiate
from one point.
Sulphur.—Iritis, particularly if chronic and found in strum
ous subjects, especially after suppression of eruptions, may find
its remedy in Sulph. ; also if hypopyon complicates the trouble.
May be of service as an intercurrent, even if it does not com
plete the cure. The pains are usually of a sharp, sticking
character, worse at night and toward morning. General indi
cations will decide our choice.
Terebinth.—Rheumatic iritis with intense pains in the eye
and head, especially if resulting from suppressed perspiration
of the feet. Pain in the back and dark urine will be present.
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Thuja.—Syphilitic iritis, with gummata on the iris. Large

wart-like excrescences on the iris, with severe, sharp, sticking pains
in the eye, aggravated at night and ameliorated by warmth. Usu
ally accompanying the above we find much heat above and
around the eye and in the corresponding side of the head;
there may also be tearing, dull, aching pains in brow, or a-
pain above the eye (left), as if a nail were being driven in.
Ciliary injection decided, even in some cases amounting to in
flammation of the sclera. Lids may be indurated, noises in
the head, etc.
The following remedies have also been employed in oc
casional cases with favorable results. Their meagre indica
tions can be found by reference to Part I. Arg. nit., Crot. tig.,
Prunus sp., Puls., Sil., Staph. and Zinc.

IRIDO-CYCLITIS, IRIDO - CHOROIDITIS AC,

CHRON. ET SYPH.; OPHTHALMIA
SYMPATHICA.

(Inflammation of the Whole or a Portion of the Uveal Tract [Vascular Tunic].)

Our first object should be to prevent the disease, if possible,

by properly treating every case of iritis so that no posterior
synechise may remain to cause the inflammation. In order to
do this and also to prevent. or break up any adhesions which
may tend to form between the iris and lens, Atropine should
be energetically employed as early as possible and continued
during the course of the disease, unless there is seclusion or
occlusion of the pupil, where it will be of little service. If we
have to deal with that form of irido-choroiditis, in which the
iris is bulged forward in knob-like protuberances, with com
plete adhesion of the pupillary edge of the iris to the lens, an
iridectomy is indicated ; but if it is the parenchymatous variety,
with adhesion of the whole of the posterior surface of the iris
to the lens, iridectomy will do more harm than good. If a
foreign body should be the cause of the inflammation, it must
be removed if possible, though when the injury in the ciliary
region is very great, it is better to enucleate the eye in order to
282 SYNECHI.E ANTERIOR. ET POSTERIOR.

prevent trouble in the other. If the inflammation of the uveal

tract is caused by sympathetic irritation from an injured eye
—and this is the most common form of "sympathetic ophthal
mia,"—the injured eye, especially if sight is lost, should be re
moved upon the first symptoms of irritation or as early as pos-
possible, unless the inflammatory process is very severe, when
it may be better to wait until it has subsided in some degree.
If there is some sight in the injured eye, it is often difficult to
decide whether enucleation is advisable or not. As a rule, an
eye that has been lost from any cause and which remains pain
ful, even if there are no symptoms of irritation in the healthy
eye, should be removed. The irritation being transmitted by
the ciliary nerves, division of these nerves (optico-ciliary neu
rotomy) has been recently proposed as a substitute for enuclea
tion. It may be adapted to rare cases.
In old cases, in which the lens has become cataractous,
various operations for its removal have been recommended.
In the treatment of all forms of inflammation of the uveal
tract complete rest of the eye for a long period must be insisted
upon. In acute cases the patient should be confined to the
house and treated as for iritis. In chronic cases it is better to
allow moderate exercise in the open air, with the eyes pro
tected by a bandage or colored glasses. The diet should be
nutritious and generous, especially if the patient is feeble and
ill-nourished.
The chief reliance must be placed upon internal medication,
but for special indications refer to the therapeutics of iritis
and choroiditis. The following remedies, however, have been
more commonly used with advantage, and would be among
the first suggested to our minds: Apis, Ars., Asaf., Aur., Bell.,
Bry., Gels., Hepar, Kali iod., Merc. corr. and iod., Prunus spin.,
R]tus, Sil., Sulph. and Thuja.

SYNECHIA ANTERIOR. ET POSTERIOR.

(Adhesions of the Iris to Cornea or Lens.)

The common results of inflammation of the iris, after im

proper treatment or no treatment at all, are adhesions of this
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tissue to the lens or cornea (the latter more often resulting

from ulceration and perforation of the cornea). This condition
we are frequently called upon to treat, not only on account of
its impairment of vision, but also to remove the cause of con
stant recurring iritis and other more serious disorders.
The first and most important measure is to endeavor to tear
the adhesions by the use of strong solutions of Atropine, or
Eserine, or both alternately, according to extent and situation.
If we do not succeed by these means, a hook may be introduced
and the adhesions torn, though this is a very delicate proced
ure and is rarely undertaken.
If the intra-ocular tension increases, or a chronic recurrent
inflammation results, an iridectomy becomes necessary.
Some remedies, as Clematis, Merc. corr., Nitric ac., Sulph.
and Terebinth, have seemed to have a favorable action upon
recent adhesions, causing them to absorb or soften so that they
can be easily torn by Atropine.

MYDRIASIS.
(Dilatation of the Pupil.)

This functional disturbance of the pupil is usually merely

a symptom of deeper and more serious trouble, therefore re
quires remedies adapted to that condition. It is, however,
sometimes found uncomplicated with other disorders, being
dependent upon cold, trauma, etc., in which case Arnica, Bell.,
Caust.. and a score of remedies may be indicated. The instil
lation of sulphate of eserine is also often of great service. As
mydriasis is generally associated with paralysis of one or more
of the ocular muscles, refer for treatment to paralysis of the
muscles.

MYOSIS.
(Contraction of the Pupil.)

Contraction of the pupil, unassociated with more serious

disturbance, is of rare occurrence; the cause therefore usually
demands our attention. Atropine instilled into the eye may
be employed, though it generally gives only temporary relief.
284 TUMORES—LiESIONES.

Jaborandi and Physostigma ven. are especially recommended

for this condition, though various remedies which produce
contraction of the pupil may be thought of.

TUMORES.
{Tumors of the Iris.)

Tumors of the iris are usually more successfully treated by

surgical interference than by internal or external medication.

LAESIONES.
( Wounds of the Iris.)

If a foreign body is lying upon or in the iris, it should be

removed by making an iridectomy, excising that portion of
the iris in which the foreign body is situated; after which,
Atropine should be instilled, a bandage applied and the
patient put to bed. If there is considerable injury to iris, or
surrounding tissues. ice compresses will give the most favorable
results.
When a portion of the iris protrudes through an opening in
the cornea (prolapsus iridis) an attempt should be made to
replace it by the use of Atropine or Eserine ; if these measures
fail, it may be excised and the patient treated as after an
iridectomy. For the treatment of the inflammation produced
by injuries of the iris refer to iritis.
The hemorrhage into the anterior chamber resulting from
an injury to the iris will usually absorb very quickly (24 to 48
hours), without external aid. If, however, the absorption
should be slow it may be hastened by a solution of Arnica,
Hamamelis or Ledum, with a firm compress bandage.

L
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CILIARY BODY.

CYCLITIS.
(Inflammation of the Ciliary Body.)

The treatment of inflammation in this portion of the uveal

tract will depend almost exclusively upon internal medication.
The eye must be kept warm, as in iritis, and Atropine may be
necessary, as the iris is liable to become involved. Special
indications for remedies are to be found under iritis.

LASIONES.
(Injuries of the Ciliary Body.)

Injuries implicating the ciliary region are not only danger

ous on account of inflammatory complications but as a cause of
sympathetic ophthalmia. Simple incised wounds may readily
unite by keeping the eye at rest, or it may be necessary to use
a fine suture. Extensive injuries in this region will usually
necessitate enucleation, though under certain circumstances
the eye may be preserved, providing the patient is intelli
gent and will attend to the first unfavorable symptoms which
may arise. Foreign bodies must be removed, if it is possible
without too much injury to the tissues, or the eye must be
sacrificed.
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CHOROID.

HYPEREMIA CHOR., CHOROIDITIS.

(Hyperemia and Inflammation of the Choroid.)

Under this section will be found both serous and plastic

choroiditis, with the four varieties of the latter, choroiditis
disseminata simplex, choroiditis areolaris, chorio-retinitis cir
cumscripta seu centralis, chorio-retinitis disseminata syphi
litica.
Rest in a darkened room for a long period has been recom
mended for inflammation of the choroid. This, togecher with
bandaging of the eye, will answer in some cases of. acute
serous inflammation, but its tendency to impair the general
health usually renders it unsafe, especially in chronic cases
and in the disseminate form of inflammation, in which it is
far wiser to allow moderate exercise in the open air, with the
eyes protected from the bright light by smoke or blue glasses.
Complete rest of the eyes from all work should always be re
quired. Atropine may be useful in some cases, as it paralyzes
the tensor choroidea, thus preventing any movement of the
inflamed tissue upon change of light. In the serous variety,
if the intraocular tension becomes increased, frequent para
centesis may be performed or if this does not suffice an iridec
tomy must be made. Abstinence from all stimulants, and
proper hygienic measures are necessary.
Aurum. —Choroiditis, with or without retinal complication,
especially if there is exudation into the choroid and retina or into
the vitreous, causing haziness of the vitreous. We may have
sensitiveness to light and touch, ciliary injection aud some
pressive pain in the eye from above downward or from with
out inward, aggravated on touch, or pain in the bones around
the eye. A general feeling of malaise and depression of spirits
is often present.
Belladonna.—An important remedy in hypersemia or acute
inflammatory conditions of the choroid, particularly of the
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disseminate variety and accompanied by congestive headaches.

The optic disk is of a deep red color, and the retinal vessels
enlarged, especially the veins. The pupil is slightly dilated,
ciliary injection usually marked, and eyes sensitive to light,
with full feeling as if pressed out of the head. Disturbances
of vision are often present, as halo around tUe light and vari
ous flashes of light, and sparks. The headache and constitu
tional symptoms decide our choice.
Bryonia.—Serous choroiditis, or inflammation of the uveal
tract, following rheumatic iritis. From serous infiltration into
the vitreous the haziness is often so great as to seriously inter
fere with our view of the fundus. The vessels of the fundus
are congested; the pupils may be somewhat dilated and the
tension increased. The eyeball feels sore to touch and motion,
while darting pains through the eye into the head are usually
present.
Gelsemium.—It may be of service in the plastic forms of
choroiditis, but its grand sphere of action is in serous inflamma
tion of the uveal tract, especially if anterior to the equator, with
great haziness of the humors. The impairment of vision will
be great; may be slow and gradual, or subject to sudden
changes. The haziness of the vitreous is usually fine; the
tension may be increased, and pupil dilated. The iris may be
involved, with tendency to posterior synechia). Transparent
sensitive points or vesicles may be found on the surface of the
cornea, which come and go suddenly. The pain is dull, aching,
pressing, in and over the eyes; may extend to occiput and be
relieved by hot applications. Eyeball sore to touch. Heavi
ness of the lids. Headache, general depression, loss of muscu
lar tone, fever and thirstlessness.
Kali iod.—It is the remedy for syphilitic chorioretinitis char
acterized by. great haziness, and exudation into the vitreous,
which may vary from day to day; also for syphilitic disseminate
choroiditis, with little or no haziness of vitreous. Much benefit
has been derived from its use in simple disseminate choroiditis
even when the atrophic changes in the choroid are far ad
vanced or when the whole uveal tract has become involved.
Kali mur.—The benefit derived from its use in the absorp-
288 HYPEREMIA CHOR., CHOROIDITIS.
t
tion of exudations has been demonstrated in exudative choroi
ditis.
Mercurius.—The various preparations are used, according
to special indications, though the corrosivus or solubis is more
often needed. Mercury is of great value in choroiditis, es
pecially disseminate, and when the iris is also involved (irido-
choroiditis). The syphilitic dyscrasia would particularly point
to its use, though it is indicated in non-syphilitic cases. The
tendency to the formation of adhesions of the iris to the lens
is marked. The pains are usually intense both in and around the
eye, varying to a great extent in character. The nocturnal
aggravation of all the symptoms is of importance in the selec
tion of this remedy, as well as ihe general condition of the
patient.
Nux vom.—In disseminate choroiditis occurring in persons
addicted to the use of stimulants, also when atrophic changes
are even far advanced, Nux often seems to materially improve
the degree of vision. The eyes are especially weak and sensi
tive to light in the morning. Gastric derangements and other
constitutional symptoms are of great importance in selecting
this drug.
Phosphorus.—Both serous and disseminate choroiditis have
been benefited, especially when accompanied by photopsies and
chromopsies of various shapes and colors (red predominating).
We find in the proving of Phosphorus, that it has produced
hypersemia of the choroid, and experience shows that it is often
adapted to this condition. When sexual excesses seem to be
the cause of the trouble this remedy is indicated. The optic
nerve and even retina may show decided hypersemia. Black
spots pass before the vision. There may be some dread of
light. The eyes seem better in the twilight. Particularly suit
able to lean slender persons, and especially if complicated with
cough, etc.
Frunus spin.—Inflammation of the choroid, either with or
without iritic or retinal complication. Haziness of the vitreous
and other common symptoms of the disease are present, but
the characteristic indication will be found in the pain, which is
usually severe, as if the eyeball were being pressed asunder, or else,

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sharp shooting and cutting through the eye and corresponding

side of the head, or crushing in character.
Pulsatilla.—Hypersemia of the choroid or sub-acute cases
of choroiditis, occurring in women of a mild, tearful, yielding
disposition and when accompanied by amenorrhcea ; also in
tea drinkers who are subject to neuralgic headaches. Eye
symptoms not characteristic.
Sulphur.—Chronic cases of choroiditis, especially if trace
able to the suppression of an eruption or if occurring in a
strumous subject. Sharp darting pains are usually present.
Often assists in clearing the vitreous and completing a cure
after other remedies have been used with advantage. The
hemeralopia found in some cases may be relieved.
Verat. vir.—Choroiditis, especially in women with much
vaso-motor disturbance. Aching pains in the eyes, becoming
sharp in the evening. Photopsies. Painful menstruation and
aggravation of eye symptoms at-that time.
In addition to the above, the following remedies have been
employed with favorable results: Aeon. (first stage), Arsen.
(dissem.), Duboisin, Hepar, Jaborandi (serous), Psor. (serous),
Ruta (dissem.), Sil. (dissem.).

CHOROIDITIS SUPPURATIVA (PANOPHTHAL

MITIS).

(Suppurative Inflammation of the Whole Eyeball.)

(Syn. Parenchymatous or Metastatic Choroiditis.)

Our first endeavor should be to save the eye if possible, and
with this end in view any exciting cause must be removed. If
it is due to a swollen cataractous lens this must be extracted ;
if to an orbital abscess this must be opened; or if a foreign
body is found to be the cause, as is frequently the case, we
must try to remove it, unless it is too deep within the eye when
it is far better to enucleate, except when the inflammatory
process is very pronounced, when experience has shown that it
is advisable to wait until the severity of the symptoms has
subsided before we undertake the operation ; but if a foreign
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body is present within the ball, enucleation of the eye is

strongly recommended after the inflammation has been sub
dued, for there is always danger of sympathetic irritation of
the other eye.
For the disease itself, in the first stage, cold or ice com
presses may be used with advantage, but if the pain becomes
very severe in and around the eye, especially if suppuration
has commenced, more benefit will be gained from warm appli
cations either dry or moist. Atropine may be of advantage,
early, in palliating the pain.
If the pain is very severe and the tension increased, para
centesis or an iridectomy will be found of service. If, how
ever, suppuration has far advanced so as to destroy the eye
and the«pain is intense, it is best to make a deep incision at
once and employ hot fomentations.
A nourishing diet, even, stimulants, becomes necessary to
sustain the patient's strength after suppuration has taken
place.
Aconite.—First stage, accompanied by high fever and much
thirst. Eyelids red, swollen, hot and dry, with much pain in
the eye.
Apis.—Lids cedematous, chemosis, stinging pains through the
eye. Drowsiness and absence of thirst usually accompany the
local indications.
Arsenic. —If the patient is very restless and thirsty, with
oedema of the lids and conjunctiva, and severe burning pain.
Arsenicum cases are similar to Rhus, though the former does
not compare with the latter in degree of usefulness.
Hepar.—After suppuration has begun. Eye very sensitive to
touch and the pains severe and throbbing, ameliorated by warm
applications.
Phytolacca. — Panophthalmitis, especially if traumatic.
Lids very hard, red and swollen; chemosis, and pus in the in
terior of the eye. Pains quite severe.
Rhus tox.—The most commonly indicated remedy in pan
ophthalmitis, whether it be of traumatic origin or not. It is
useful in nearly every stage of the disease, though is particu
larly adapted to the first. The lids are osdematously swollen,

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spasmodically closed, and upon opening them a profuse gush

of tears pours out. The conjunctiva is cedematoup, forming a
wall around the cornea which may be slightly hazy. The
iris may be swollen, pupil contracted and aqueous cloudy,
while the pain in and around the eye is often severe, especially
at night and upon any change in the weather.
Asafcet., Bell., Merc., Sil., Sulph. and other remedies may in
certain cases and stages be useful.

SCLERECTASIA POSTERIOR.
(Posterior Staphyloma.)

(Syn. Sclerotico-Choroiditis posterior.)

As myopia always accompanies this disorder of the fundus,
the proper selection of glasses should receive our first atten
tion, the greatest care being taken that they are not too
strong. We should next warn the patient against over-use of
the eyes for near objects, and'also to always avoid stooping or
bending forward when using the eyes at near work, as this
tends to increase the venous congestion, thus serving to ac
celerate the progress of the disease. It is injurious to read in
the recumbent position. These patients should, therefore, sit
upright, with head erect, when reading, and with the back to
the light, so that the page will be illuminated and the eyes
not subjected to the bright glare of the light. The work or
book should not be brought nearer as the eye becomes fati
gued, but be laid aside until the eyes are thoroughly rested.
If the patient complains of dazzling from the bright light, as
is often the case, either blue or smoke glasses may be allowed.
In aggravated cases they should be required to abstain from
all near work.
The constant and continued use of Atropine for a long time
has been found advantageous in some instances.
Belladonna.—Sclero-choroiditis post. with flushed face and
throbbing congestive headaches. The eye appears hypera?mic
externally as well as internally. The optic nerve and whole
fundus are seen congested. Opacities may be present in the
vitreous ; photopsies and chromopsies are sometimes observed.
The eyes are quite sensitive to light.
 292 TUMORES—RUPTURA CHOR., ET HEMORRHAGIA.

Phosphorus.—Fundus hypersemic. Muscse volitantes and

flashes of light before the vision. Everything looks red.
Prunus spin.—Staphyloma posticum, accompanied by pains
in ball, as if pressed asunder, or sharp and shooting in and around
the eye. A'itreous hazy and vessels of the fundus injected.
Spigelia. — When accompanied by sharp stabbing pains
through the eye and around it, often commencing at one
point and then seeming to radiate in every direction.
Thuja —An important remedy in all inflammatory condi
tions of the sclera, especially in strumous or syphilitic subjects.
The globe may be quite sensitive to touch and the photo
phobia is usually marked.
Carbo veg., Croc., Jaborandi, Lyco., Kali iod., Merc., Phy-
sostigma, Ruta and Sulph. are also remedies to be borne in
mind. Compare remedies for choroiditis.

TUMORES.
(Tumors of the Choroid.)

Tumors of the choroid are, as a rule, malignant in character

and therefore necessitate enucleation of the eye as soon as re
cognized. Remedies that are recommended for sarcoma and
carcinoma in other portions of the body might be tried,
though delay in removing the eye is unwarranted.

RUPTURA CHOR., ET HEMORRHAGIA.

(Rupture of the Choroid, and Hemorrhage.)

Hemorrhage is the most common symptom that demands

our attention in the treatment of a rupture of the choroid,
though we may have hemorrhages arising spontaneously or
from inflammatory changes, etc.
The 'remedies chiefly called for will be Arm., Bell., China,
Crotalus, Hamamelis, Lach., Merc. corr., or Phosph.
For special indications refer to retinitis apoplectica.
If there is hypersemia or inflammation of the choroid pres
ent, our treatment will be guided by the rules laid down un
der choroiditis.

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GLAUCOMA.
(Increased Eye Tension.)

Thanks to the genius of von Graefe, for the grandest dis

covery in ophthalmic science, the value of iridectomy in glau
coma. By the majority of the allopathic school, iridectomy
is considered the only true curative treatment for this affec
tion, and homoeopathy should, by no means, cast this impor
tant aid aside, but, upon the other hand, place it at the head
of our remedial agents. We do not consider it the only
measure we possess to combat this terrible malady, for we
have several drugs that have proved beneficial in staying the
progress of the disease, especially in its incipiency, but when
the premonitory stage has passed, and there is no period of
remission between the attacks, no physician is justified in de
laying to perform an iridectomy. This may be laid down as
a rule, though there are exceptional cases in which the opera
tion does harm, or proves of no service, as in the hemorrhagic
form, though this should not deter us from operating, unless
the hemorrhagic tendency is well marked, when we should
first give our remedies a thorough trial.
Incision of the sclera (sclerotomy) has recently been highly
recommended as a substitute for iridectomy. If properly per
formed, it may be advisable in certain cases, but in my ex
perience, it does not as certainly and permanently diminish in
traocular tension as iridectomy, and therefore, is not as suit
able for the majority of cases, especially of acute glaucoma.
Myotomy, and other operative measures, have been recom
mended, though none of them can, as yet, be compared to a
large iridectomy as a curative agent.
Mydriatics, especially Atropine, must be avoided, as they
are liable to produce an acute attack of glaucoma. The in
stillation of Eserine, in some cases, seems to relieve the intra
ocular tension. It should not be substituted for iridectomy,
but may be of service in the prodromal stage, when for one
reason or another the operation must be temporarily post
poned, or when the tension again increases after iridectomy.
In the premonitory stage, as has already been said, our en
294 GLAUCOMA.

deavor should be to cure by the aid of internal medication,

which may be done in many cases, if we take into considera
tion the constitutional disturbances, which are associated with,
or cause the intra-ocular trouble. The habits of our patient
should receive careful attention. The excessive use of stimu
lants (either alcohol or tobacco), or any exhaustive mental or
physical labor must be strictly forbidden. Only moderate use
of the eyes should be allowed, and, during the attacks, or
when they follow each other in rapid succession, complete rest
is necessary. Bright light, either natural or artificial, should
be avoided, or the eyes protected by colored glasses. The diet
should be good and nutritious, particularly in elderly persons,
and all indigestible substances forbidden.
Asafcetida.—Glaucoma, with severe, boring 'pain over the
eye, and around it.
Belladonna.—Of benefit in relieving the severe pains of
glaucoma, especially if accompanied by throbbing headache,
and flushed face. The eyes are injected, pupils dilated, fundus
hyperaemic, and pain both in and around the eye. The pains
are usually severe and throbbing; may come and go suddenly,
and are worse in the afternoon and evening. The eyes are hot
and dry, with sensitiveness to light. Halo around the light, red
predominating. Photophobia.
Bryonia.—From its value in serous inflammations in gen
eral, this remedy has been given with benefit in glaucoma.
It is more often indicated in the prodromal stage. The eyes
feel full, as if pressed out, often associated with sharp, shooting
pains through the eye and head. The eyes feel sore to touch,
and on moving them in any direction. There may be a halo
around the light, with heavy pain over the eye, worse at night.
The usual concomitant symptoms will decide us in its selec
tion.
Cedron.—For the relief of the pains of glaucoma, when
they are severe and shooting along the course of the supra-orbital
nerve.
Colocynth —Of service in relieving the pains of glaucoma,
when they are severe, burning, aching, sticking, or- cutting in
character, in the eye and around, always relieved by firm press
 GLAUCOMA. 295

ure, and by walking in a warm room, aggravated by rest at

night, and upon stooping.
Gelsemium. —From its usefulness in serous choroiditis it
should prove of great value in glaucoma.
Xux vom.—Indicated if the morning aggravation is very
marked, and for the resulting atrophy of the optic nerve.
Phosphorus.—Of great importance in improving vision,
and removing many subjective symptoms after iridectomy.
Fundus hypersemic and hazy, halo around the light, and var
ious lights and colors (especially red) before the eye. Sensa
tion as if something was pulled tightly over the eyes. Vision
impaired, better in the twilight.
Prunus spin.—Pain severe, crushing, in the eye, as if eye were
pressed asunder, or sharp, shooting through the eye, and corre
sponding side of the head (Spig.). Aqueous and vitreous hazy,
fundus hypersemic.
Rhododendron.—Incipient glaucoma, with much pain in
and around the eye, periodic in character, and ahvays worse
just before a storm, ameliorated after the storm commences.
Spigelia.—Pains sharp and stabbing through the eye and head,
worse on motion, and at night.
Our range of drugs will be extensive in this affection, as
we must take into consideration all the general symptoms, to
make a sure prescription. The above remedies have been
most often called for in the cases we have met, though the
following may be found useful: Arn., Ars., Aur., Cham.,
Con., Crot. tig., Ham. v., Kali iod., Macrotin, Merc. and Sulph.
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OPTIC NERVE AND RETINA.

HYPEREMIA N. O. ET RET., NEURITIS,

RETINITIS.
(Hyperemia and Idiopathic Inflammation of the Optic Nerve and Retina.)

Neuro-retinitis is a more common diagnosis, as the optic

nerve and retina are usually inflamed at the same time.
Hypersemia of the retina frequently depends upon some
anomaly in the accommodation or refraction of the eye, which
should be corrected by suitable glasses, after which the retina
returns to its normal condition.
Rest is a most important aid in all cases whether inflamma
tory or only hypersemic, and the more complete it is, especially
in neuritis or retinitis, the better for the patients. They should
be instructed to abstain from all use of the eyes, particularly
by artificial light. Some authors, as Stellwag and others,
recommend the ' confinement of the patient in a darkened
room and the employment of a bandage, thus keeping all
light away from the eye for some time, when they can gradu
ally become accustomed to bright light. Such severe meas
ures are, however, not required except in extreme cases. It is
better to allow moderate exercise in the open air, taking care
that the eyes are properly protected from the irritating influ
ence of bright light, by the use of either blue or smoke
glasses.
Proper hygienic rules, according to the nature of the case,
demand our most careful attention.
Belladonna.—One of the most frequently indicated reme
dies for both hypersemia and inflammation of the optic nerve
and retina. The retinal vesstls will be found enlarged and tortuous,
particularly the veins, while a blue or bluish-grey film may seem
to overspread the fundus (oedema). Extravasations of blood may
be numerous or few in number. The optic disc is swollen and
outlines ill-defined. The vision is, of course, deteriorated. The
pains are usually of an aching, dull character, though may be
 HYPEREMIA N. O. ET. RET., NEURITIS, RETINITIS. 297

throbbing and severe, accompanied by throbbing congestive head

aches with visibly beating carotids and flushed face. Phos-
phenes of every shape and hue, especially red, may be observed
by the patient. Decided sensitiveness to light. The eyes feel
.worse in the afternoon and evening, when all the symptoms are
aggravated. Externally the eye may present no abnormal ap
pearance, though generally seems weak, is injected and irri
table (often with a red conjunctival line along the margins of
the lids).
Eryonia.—Serous retinitis or hyperamia, with a bluish
haze before the vision and severe sharp pain through the eye and
over it. Eyes feel full and sore on motion or to touch. Great
heat in the head, aggravated by stooping.
Cactus.— Retinal congestions, especially if heart trouble
is present.
Conium.—Fundus congested, with much photophobia; ciliary
muscle weak.
Duboisia.—Of great value in the treatment of both hyper
semia and inflammation of the optic nerve and retina. Retinal
vessels large and tortuous, especially the veins. Optic papilla
swollen and outlines ill-defined (engorged papilla). Hemor
rhages in the retina, aching in the eyes and pain through the
upper part of the eyeball just beneath the brow, which may be
very severe. Chronic hyperaBmia of the conjunctiva.
Mercurius.—Retinitis with marked nocturnal aggravation
and sensitiveness of the eyes to the glare of a fire. Congested con
ditions of the fundus found in those who work at a forge or
over fires. Degeneration of the blood vessels, with hemor
rhages into the retina; Concomitant symptoms will assist us
in the selection.
Nux vom.—Retinitis occurring with gastric disturbances,
especially in drunkards. The eye indications vary, but are
usually aggravated in the morning.
Phosphorus. — Hypereemia or inflammation of the optic
nerve and retina, especialty with extravasations of blood. De
generation of the coats of the blood vessels. The eye may be
sensitive to light, and vision improved in twilight. Vision
impaired, musca) volitantes, photopsies and chromopsics are
298 RETINITIS SYPHILITICA.

present, as halo around the light. The eyeballs may be sore

on motion and pain may extend from eyes to top of head.
Pulsatilla.—Hypersemia and inflammation of the optic nerve
and retina accompanied by more or less severe pains in the head
always relieved.in the open air. Sensation as if a veil were before
the eyes, or the vision may be nearly lost. All the ophthalmo
scopic appearances of engorged papilla or simple hypersemia
may be present. If dependent upon menstrual difficulties or
associated with acne of the face or disorders of the stomach.
Veratrum viride.—Engorged disc, with severe pain at men
ses and general vaso-motor disturbances.
In addition to the above, the following remedies may be of
benefit in rare cases or as intercurrents: Aeon., Ars., Aurum,
Chin. sulph., Gels., Kali iod., Kali mur., Lach., Spig. and
Sulph.

- RETINITIS SYPHILITICA.
(Inflammation of the Retina from Syphilis.)

Asafcetida.—When accompanied by severe boring, burning

pains above the brows, especially at night; also if there is pain
in the balls from within outwards ameliorated by pressure
(reverse of Aurum).
Aurum.—Especially after over-dosing with iodide of potassium
or mercury and if accompanied by detachment of the retina.
Eye sensitive to touch, with pain in and around, seeming to be
deep in the bones. A general syphilitic dyscrasia is percepti
ble in the constitutional symptoms which govern our selection
of Aurum.
Kali iod.—For syphilitic retinitis this should be one of the
first remedies thought of, especially if there is choroideal com
plication, though the chief indications for its use will be fur
nished by the general condition of the patient.
Mercurius.—Especially the remedy for this form of inflam
mation of the retina. The solubis or corrosivus have been
more commonly employed, though the other preparations are
also useful when special indications point to their use. The
retina will be found hazy, congested and often complicated
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with an inflammatory condition of the choroid or neighbor

ing tissues. The eye is particularly sensitive to artificial light.
Nocturnal aggravation of all the symptoms is always present.
More or less pain is experienced both in and around the eye,
especially during the evening and after going to bed. The
syphilitic taint will be perceptible in various ways that will
indicate Merc.
Other anti-syphilitic remedies may be useful, given accord
ing to general indications, or we may find a remedy recom
mended for the other forms of retinitis, serviceable in this
variety when particular indications are present.

RETINITIS ALBUMINURIA.
(Inflammation of the Retina from Brights Disease.)

The principal treatment should be directed to the kidneys,

the seat of the primary disease, and such hygienic and dietetic
measures adopted as are recommended for Bright's disease.
Benefit has sometimes been derived from keeping the patient
quiet in bed, and upon a low or skim-milk diet.
Apis.—If associated with oedematous swelling of the lids
and general dropsical condition. Patient very drowsy, with
little thirst and scanty urine.
Arsenicum.—If the patient is restless, especially at night
after midnight, with great thirst for small quantities. Urine
scanty and albuminous.
Gelsemium. — Retinitis albuminuria occurring during
pregnancy. White patches and extravasations of blood in
the retina. Dimness of vision appears suddenly. Serous in
filtration into the vitreous, making it hazy, may be observed.
The patient is thirstless, and albumen is found in the urine.
Kalmia.—Nephritic retinitis accompanied by much pain
in the back, as if it would break.
Merc. corr.—Has been more extensively used in albuminuric
retinitis than any other remedy. The fatty degeneration, ex
travasation of blood from the weakened vessels and all the
pathological changes in the eye as well as in the kidney, point
to mercury as a remedy, even though no characteristic sub
300 RETINITIS DIABETICA—RETINITIS APOPLECTICA.

jective symptoms are present. The results are especially

favorable when pregnancy appears to be the exciting cause of
the difficulty.
As hemorrhages are usually found in the retina in this
form of inflammation, compare the remedies recommended
for retinitis apoplectica.
Hepar, Kali acet., Plumb. and Phosph. have either been
used or are highly recommended for this condition of the eye.
In fact, any remedy applicable to the disease of the kidney
will often prove of service in the eye complication.

RETINITIS DIABETICA.
(Inflammation of the Retina from Diabetes.)

As this form of retinitis may only be characterized by

hemorrhages into the retina, compare the remedies recom
mended for retinitis apoplectica and albuminurica. In addi
tion to which, Secale is suggested, though the chief attention
must be directed to the diabetes.

RETINITIS LEUCdEMICA.
(Inflammation of the Retina from Leucocythcemia.)

This rare form of inflammation is only a symptom, there

fore all the treatment must be directed to the primary disease.

RETINITIS APOPLECTICA.
(Hemorrhages into the Retina, with more or less Inflammation.)

(Syn. Retinitis hemorrhagica, Apoplexia retinse.)

Rest for the eyes must be enforced. All undue mental or
physical exertion and the use of stimulants must be strictly
prohibited. If dependent upon general disturbances, these
will require our attention.
Arnica.—Retinal hemorrhages of traumatic origin.
Belladonna.—Apoplexy of the retina, especially when aris
ing from or accompanied by congestive headaches. Sup
pressed menstruation may be the cause of the difficulty. The
retina and optic nerve will be found inflamed and congested.

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Crotalus.—In the snake poisons we possess our chief agents

for hastening the absorption of extravasations of blood into
the retina. Crotalus has been used with great advantage, espe
cially if the hemorrhage is unaccompanied by inflammation.
Lachesis.—From its use, hemorrhages into the retina have
been seen to speedily disappear, and the accompanying in
flammation rapidly diminish. It is very commonly called for
when no characteristic symptoms are present with the excep
tion of the pathological changes. The retina and perhaps
optic nerve are inflamed and congested, while throughout the
swollen retina may be observed extravasations of blood of
various ages and sizes. General indications determine its
selection.
Merc. corr.—Of great benefit in hemorrhages into the retina
dependent upon pronounced degenerative changes in the coats
of the bloodvessels, with or without inflammation. It not only
hastens their absorption but serves to restore tone to the vessels
themselves.
Phosphorus.—In a hemorrhagic diathesis, when the con
comitant indications point to its selection.
Duboisia and Pulsatilla may also render valuable service.

RETINITIS PIGMENTOSA.
(Pigmentary Degeneration of the Retina.)

Over-use of the eyes and exposure to bright light must be

avoided. Much attention must be given to the general health
for a long period. Lyco., Nux vom. and Phos. are suggested
as remedies. ,

ISCHEMIA RETINA.
(Anozmia of the Retina.)

When the ansemic condition of the retina is complete (vision

entirely lost), paracentesis or iridectomy, to diminish the intra
ocular tension, becomes necessary. We sometimes observe a
partial ansemia of the optic nerve and retina associated with
and dependent upon general ansemia. These cases should be
302 HYPERESTHESIA RETINA.

treated by the administration of those medicines indicated by

the general condition of the patient, as Calc., China, Ferrum,
Phos., Puls., etc.
Agaricus has cured cases accompanied by a tendency to
wards chorea.

EMBOLIA ARTERIA CENTRALIS RETINAE.

{Embolism of the Central Artery of the Retina.)

Vision may, in exceptional cases, return without any treat

ment though it is better to give those remedies which seem to
be constitutionally required.
By reference to Opium a case will be found described in
which a cure was effected ; whether or not this was due to the
Opium administered is a question.
Hemorrhage into the optic nerve often presents the same oph
thalmoscopic picture as embolism ; in which case remedies
adapted to hemorrhagic conditions must be employed.

HYPERESTHESIA RETINA.
( Over-sensitiveness of the Retina to Light.)

(Syn. Retinal asthenopia.)

If dependent upon any anomaly of refraction, the proper
glass must first be prescribed.
In rare, severe cases it may be necessary to confine the
patient in complete darkness for a week or more and then
gradually accustom him to the light. Though usually it is
better to advise exercise in the open air, having the eyes pro
tected by smoke or blue glasses or a shade. Especial atten
tion must be paid to the general health of the patient.
Belladonna.—Hypersesthesia of the retina, particularly if
dependent upon some anomaly of refraction or reflex irri
tation. Eyes very sensitive to light; cannot bear it, as it
produces severe aching and pain in the eye, and even head
ache. Flashes of light and sparks observed before the vision.
The eye symptoms as well as the headache are usually aggra
vated in the afternoon and evening.
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Conium.— Over-sensitiveness of the retina to light, especially

if accompanied with asthenopic symptoms, so that one cannot
read long without the letters running together; with pain deep
in the eye. Excessive photopsies, but fundus normal in
appearance. Photophobia. Everything looks white.
Ignatia. —Hypersesthesia of the retina, in nervous hysterical
patients. Great dread of light. and severe pain around the
eye.
Lactic acid. —Hypersesthesia of the retina, with steady
aching pain in and behind the eyeball.
Macrotin.—Angell considers Macrotin more widely service
able than any other one remedy. The ciliary neuralgia is
usually marked.
Merc. sol.—Eyes more sensitive to artificial light, and in
the evening.
Natrum mur.—Hypersesthesia of the retina, especially from
reflex irritation in chlorotic females; there is great photo
phobia, with muscular asthenopia. Some conjunctival injec
tion. Eyes feel stiff and ache on moving them, or on reading.
Letters run together on attempting to read. Sticking, throb
bing headache in the temples.
Nux vom.—When the photophobia is excessive in the morn
ing, and better as the day advances.
A large number of remedies which produce marked photo
phobia, may be indicated by the general symptoms and ca
chexia of the patient, as, Aeon., Ars., China, Gels., Hep.,
Hyos., Puls., Rhus, Sep., Sulph., Tar. em., etc.

AMOTIO RETINAE.
(Detachment of the Retina.)

If the retina has been detached for any great length of

time very little can be done to restore the vision, but if seen
early the prognosis is much more favorable.
If the patient comes under treatment a short time after the
detachment has occurred, or even six months afterwards, he
should be confined to his bed, chiefly on his back, with the
eyes bandaged. This is of great importance in aiding re
covery. If it is impossible to confine the patient to his room,
304 ATROPHIA N. OPTICI ET RETINAE.

he must be warned to avoid all use of the eyes, and to keep

as quiet as possible. If he must be out in the light, the eyes
must be protected by darkly colored glasses. In many cases,
the constant use of Atropine is of advantage, as it prevents
accommodation, and thus keeps the eye and tissues more
quiet.
Operations, to allow the escape of the fluids both into the
vitreous and externally, are employed, but only temporary
relief is usually obtained in this manner. They may, however,
be advisable in some instances, especially if the detachment
is above.
Apis.—Fluid beneath the retina. Pressive pain in the lower
part of the ball, with flushed face and head. Stinging pains
through the eye. (Edematous swelling of the lids.
Arnica.— Traumatic detachment of the retina.
Aurum.—Has been used successfully in amotio retina?. It
is especially adapted to those cases which follow over-dosing
with potash or mercury. The symptom under Aurum which
suggests its use is as follows : " Upper half of vision as if
covered by a black body, lower half visible." The choroid, or
retina, is usually inflamed, and opacities are seen in the vitre
ous, giving rise to the " blacks" complained of by the patient.
Digitalis.—Adapted to the general pathological condition,
and has this common symptom of detachment of the retina.
"As if the upper half of vision were covered by a dark cloud,
evenings, on walking." Benefit has been seen from its use.
Gelsemium.—One of the most prominent remedies for
serous infiltration beneath the retina, dependent upon injury, my
opia, or ciliary neuralgia. Especially indicated if accom
panied by choroiditis, with haziness of the vitreous, and some
pain. A bluish haze, or wavering, is often observed.
Ars., Bry., Hep., Kali iod., Merc. and Rhus may also be
thought of for this condition.

ATROPHIA N. OPTICI ET RETINA.

(Atrophy of the Optic Nerve and Retina.)

In true atrophy of the optic nerve very little can be done

to restore vision, though we are often able to check its pro-
 AMAUROSIS, AMBLYOPIA. 305

gress by the selection of appropriate remedies, as indicated by

general symptoms.
The general health requires most careful attention. The diet
should be nutritious and light, while tobacco and all liquors
must be prohibited. Mental and physical fatigue must not be
allowed.
The hypodermic injection of Strychnia has proved effica
cious in some instances, though its internal administration is
usually more satisfactory.
Nux vom.—Has been followed by more favorable results
in this condition than any other remedy.
Argent. nitr., Verat vir., and others, have been used with
advantage.

AMAUROSIS, AMBLYOPIA.
(Complete or Partial Loss of Vision.)

These terms should be confined to that limited class of cases

in which the vision is more or less impaired without percepti
ble changes in the refractive media or internal tunics of the
eye. Many cases are recorded in which marvelous cures of
amaurosis or amblyopia have been effected under various
remedies, but due allowance must be made for mistaken diag
noses, especially when the ophthalmoscope was not used.
In the treatment of these functional disturbances of vision
our main reliance must be placed upon internal medication,
and, as the eye indications are "nil," the prescription must be
based upon the cause of the trouble and general symptoms.
The following remedies have, at present, been found most
commonly indicated: Argent. nit., Aurum, Bell., Ignatia, Nux
vom., Phos., Ruta, Sepia, Sulph. and Tabac.
Anaesthesia of the retina which might be classed in this sec
tion has been benefited by Hcpar and Jaborandi.

AMBLYOPIA POTATORUM ET NICOTIANA.

{Amblyopia from the Use of Liquor and Tobacco.)

Total abstinence from all spirituous liquors, or their reduction

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306 HEMIOPIA—HEMERALOPIA.

to a minimum, must be strictly enforced, as well as the neces

sity of giving up tobacco. After which our attention should
be turned to those remedies which will restore the whole sys
tem to its natural tone.
Arsenic seems especially adapted to loss of vision depend
ent upon the use of tobacco.
Nux vom. has been and probably always will be, the most
important and most commonly indicated remedy in this
trouble. The results following its use are often marvelous.
There are no marked eye symptoms in this disease and there
fore nothing to guide us to this drug with the exception of the
cause.
Terebinth.—Amblyopia potatorum, with dull aching pain
in the back, and dark colored urine.

HEMIOPIA.
{Half Vision.)

Half vision is usually only a symptom of some deep dis

order of the eye, but as it is sometimes the only symptom to
be found, those remedies appropriate to it will be mentioned.
(It must be remembered that this is often due to intra-cranial
tumors or other troubles which are irremediable.)
Upper half of visual field defective: Aurum, Dig. and Gels.
Right half of visual field defective: Cyclamen, Lith. carb.
and Lyco.
Vertical heraiopia, either half invisible: Calc. carb., Chin.
sulph., Mor., Mur ac., Nat. mur., Pb., Rhus, Sep. and Stram.

HEMERALOPIA.
(Sight Blindness.)

As the general health is usually more or less impaired in

hemeralopia, a generous diet must be ordered. Rest and pro
tection of the eyes from bright light are first required; in se
vere cases it may be necessary to confine the patient to a dark
room. (It must be remembered that night-blindness is fre-
 NYCTALOPIA—TUMORES. 307

quently only a symptom of retinitis pigmentosa, which must

be recognized with the ophthalmoscope.)
Lycopodium is the remedy most commonly needed in this
disorder. Many cases have yielded promptly to its use.
Other remedies, as China, Hyos. and Ranunculus bulb. may
be required.

NYCTALOPIA.
(Day Blindness.)

True nyctalopia is rarely observed in this country, though

would suggest, besides careful protection of the eyes from
bright light and general hygienic measures, the use of Phos.
as the remedy most nearly adapted to this condition.
i

TUMORES.
(Tumors of the Optic Nerve and Retina.)

Tumors of the nerve layer are usually malignant in charac

ter (glioma of the retina is the most common). The only treat
ment which is in any degree effectual is enucleation of the eye,
taking care to divide the optic nerve as far back toward the
optic foramen as possible.
308 CATARACTA.

LENS.

CATARACTA.
( Opacity of the Lens.)

A large number of cases are to be found in our literature,

in which the internal administration of a few doses of the
properly selected remedy has worked a wonderful cure of ca
taract, but the great majority of these must be taken " cum
grano salis," and put aside with the remark " mistaken diag
nosis."
After years of experience in the treatment of cataract, I
have no doubt that a careful selection of drugs, according to
the homoeopathic law, and their continuance for a long period,
will succeed in a large proportion of cases in checking the
progress of the disease, and in many cases clear up a portion of
the diffuse haziness, thus improving vision to a certain extent.
But after degeneration of the lens fibres has taken place, no
remedy will be found of avail in restoring its lost transparency
and improving the sight. We must then, providing the vision
is seriously impaired, and it is senile or hard cataract, wait
until it has become mature, when the lens should be extracted.
The operations for the extraction of cataract are various,
nearly every surgeon having a modification of his own; they
also vary according to the condition of the eye, and the char
acter of the cataract. These operations are already well de
scribed in our standard text books on the eye.
The medical treatment will consist of the selection of rem
edies, according to the constitutional symptoms observed in
the patient, for the objective indications are entirely or nearly
absent, as we cannot yet decide from the appearance of an
opaque lens, what remedy is required.
The following drugs have been found most efficacious in
arresting the progress of cataract: Calc. carb. and phos.,
Caust., Lyco., Magn. carb., Phos., Puls., Sepia, Sil. and Sulph.
 ECTOPIA LENTIS—HYALITIS—OPACITATES VITREI. 309

ECTOPIA LENTIS.
(Dislocation of the Lena.)

(Syn. Luxatio lentis.)

The treatment of a dislocated lens varies greatly, according
to the condition of the eye, and the nature of the displace
ment. It is only by operative interference that favorable
results can be obtained, except we may be able to relieve pain
by the use of Atropine, or by internal medication.

VITREOUS HUMOR.

HYALITIS.
(Inflammation of the Vitreous Humor.)

Hyalitis rarely occurs idiopathically, being usually asso

ciated with severe inflammations of the fundus, especially in
flammation of the whole or part of the uveal tract. The
treatment must then be directed to the primary disease. Par
ticularly study the remedies recommended for choroiditis.
Traumatic inflammation of the vitreous humor is more fre
quently observed, especially from a foreign body, which usu
ally necessitates the removal of the eye.

OPACITATES VITREI.
(Opacities of the Vitreous Humor.)

(Syn. Myodesopsia, Muscse volitantes, Synchysis, Synchysis

scintillans.)
Opacities of the vitreous humor usually result from some
deep-seated disturbance in the internal structures of the eye,
which require our special attention.
Dense membranous opacities may be torn with a fine needle,
though operative measures are not usually required. If the
310 CORPUS ALIEN. ET CYSTICERCUS VITREI.

opacity has been recent, especially if hemorrhagic, a compress

bandage should be applied, and the patient kept in bed.
If there have been hemorrhages into the vitreous humor,
their absorption may be hastened by Arnica, Bell., Crotal.,
Ham. virg., Lach., Ledum or Phos. If the opacities are the
result of inflammation of the choroid or retina, benefit has
been derived from the following: Arg. nit., Aurum, Bell.,
Gelsem., Jaborandi, Kali iod., Kali mur., Kalmia, Lach., Lyco.,
Merc., Nat. mur., Phos., Prunus, Senega, Silicea and Sulph.

CORPUS ALIEN. ET CYSTICERCUS VITREI.

(Foreign Body, or Cysticercus in the Vitreous Humor.)

For years it has been the practice in cases of foreign bodies

in the vitreous to enucleate the eye, as soon as possible, in
order to avoid all danger of sympathetic ophthalmia. More
recently, however, attempts have been made to extract foreign
bodies from the vitreous. especially when they can be located
with the ophthalmoscope. The success which has occasionally
attended these operations, render their trial often advisable,
for enucleation can be performed, if a failure to extract should
result. In rare cases the foreign body becomes encapsulated,
when it may be allowed to remain, providing the patient is
intelligent, lives near, and will have the eye removed on the
first appearance of sympathetic irritation.
The inflammation arising from injuries must be subdued
by ice compresses, the instillation of Atropine, and proper in
ternal medication. The remedies will usually be Aconite,
Arnica, Calendula, Hamamelis, Ledum or Rhus. Cysticerci
may also be removed from the vitreous, or the eye may be
enucleated.
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REFRACTION AND ACCOMMO

DATION.

MYOPIA.
(Nearsightedness.)

(Syn. Brachymetropia.)
Nearsightedness is an anomaly of refraction which requires
special and careful attention, as its tendency is to constantly
progress until it may terminate in complete blindness.
There are four points in the treatment of myopia which re
quire our consideration, as follows : 1. To prevent its further
development and the occurrence of secondary disturbances.
2. By means of suitable glasses to render the use of the eye
easier and safer. 3. To remove any existing muscular asthe
nopia. 1. To combat the secondary disturbances.
Our first and most important aim should be to check the
progress of the myopia, and this we are able to do, providing
the patient will adhere closely to the directions given. In the
beginning we must ascertain the cause of the trouble, whether
due to elongation of the antero-posterior axis of the eyeball, or
to spasm of the ciliary muscle. In either case, if the myopia
is rapidly increasing, complete rest of the eyes, especially for
near objects, is necessary, but if the increase is slow or nearly
stationary, moderate use of the eyes may be allowed, with this
condition, that they avoid too strong convergence of the optic axes,
that is, whenever they use the eyes for near vision, either with
or without glasses, to carry the object away as far as it can be
seen distinctly, and not bring it nearer the eye, as is the tend
ency when the eyes become tired. It is also desirable that pa
tients discontinue work, and rest the eyes from two to five min
utes every half hour more or less.
A stooping position will also promote the increase of myo
pia, particularly if posterior staphyloma is present, as an in
creased amount of blood is sent to the eye, which accelerates
the inflammatory process going on within; therefore the pa
 312 MYOPIA.

tient must be advised to sit as erect as possible, and if compelled

to write, use a sloping desk. The light should be placed be
hind, shining over his left shoulder upon the work, and not
in front, directly in the eyes, as it would irritate and increase
the inflammatory symptoms. When the bright light is very
dazzling and annoying, colored glasses may be allowed. If
antero-posterior elongation of the eyeball be the cause of the
myopia, the treatment, remedial and otherwise, recommended
for sclerectasia posterior should be followed.
Within the past few years spasm of the accommodation has
been placed in the foremost rank by many prominent oculists,
as a cause for nearsightedness, thus rendering decided changes
in the manner of treatment necessary.
The constant use of a weak solution of Atropine instilled
into the eye for a long time, keeping the ciliary muscle at per
fect rest until it has recovered its normal tone, is frequently
advantageously used, though the inconvenience experienced
by the abnormal dilatation of the pupil and loss of accommo
dation, often prevents its employment.
It is only in extremely rare cases that Atropine or any
other mydriatic is necessary, as in almost every instance
spasm of the accommodation can be controlled by the care
ful selection of a remedy according to the law of "similia,"
and its administration internally. Jaborandi and Physostigma
are the two remedies which have proved most efficacious in
this affection. For1 special indications refer to the treatment
of " spasm of the muscles."
2. " By means of suitable glasses to render the use of the eye
easier and safer." This might have been properly considered
under the first point as it is of the greatest importance in pre
venting the development of myopia, that the proper spectacles
be selected and that only these be worn, for there is nothing
that causes any existing nearsightedness to increase so rapidly
as the use of improper glasses, especially if too strong, as they
are liable to be. In this place only a few general rules can
be given regarding the selection of spectacles, when to advise
their use and when to forbid.
The best general rule that can be given in prescribing spec-

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tacles for a myopic eye, though there are exceptional cases

that it will not cover, is as follows : Never recommend the use
of glasses for myopia if the patient can easily get along with
out them ; but if found necessary, give the weakest glass that
will render vision easy (though not usually perfect) and re
move unpleasant symptoms. Glasses are very often pre
scribed in myopia for distance, that will nearly neutralize the
degree, but with the advice not to wear them constantly, only
employ them when wishing to see a distant object distinctly.
Also glasses may be given according to the above general rule,
for reading music or seeing objects two feet or more distant,
with the injunction not to use them for any other distance.
For reading or near vision we rarely recommend glasses un
less the myopia is great or muscular asthenopia is present,
and the exceptions hereafter noted are absent, in which cases
they may be allowed.
The following circumstances forbid the neutralization of the
miopia: 1. If the degree of myopia is slight. 2. If the range
of accommodation is contracted. 3. If the acuteness of vision
is materially increased. 4. If the nature of the work does not
render it necessary.
3. "To relieve any existing muscular asthenopia." This
may be done by suitable concave glasses, the use of prisms, teno
tomy of the external rectus or the selection of the indicated
remedy. (See section on asthenopia.)
4. "To combat the secondary disturbances." These, what
ever they may be, must be treated according to the principles
laid down in corresponding sections.

PRESBYOPIA.
{Old Sight.)

The recession of the near point of distinct vision in old age,

often called farsightedness, is only physiological and therefore
requires no treatment with the exception of the selection of the
proper spectacles. As a rule those glasses should be given
with which the patient can see the easiest and most distinctly
at from twelve to sixteen inches without magnifying the print.
314 HYPERMETROPIA.

Xo glasses are required for distance, except occasionally in

very old people when a slight degree of hypermetropia may
develope.
Glasses should be prescribed for presbyopia just as soon as
any difficulty or inconvenience is experienced in seeing near
objects, as instead of increasing the degree of presbyopia, as
many suppose, it tends to prevent its increase and relieves all
astlienopic symptoms. »
It must always be borne in mind that a rapid recession of
the near point of vision is a prominent symptom of glaucoma,
in which, of course, glasses should not be given but other
measures resorted to.

HYPERMETROPIA.
(Farsightedness.)

(Syn. Hyperopia.)
This condition, in which the antero-posterior axis of the
eyeball is too short, in opposition to myopia in which it is too
long, is true farsightedness and must not be confounded with
presbyopia, which is often called farsightedness.
The first and most important indication in the treatment is
the selection of proper convex glasses; in fact, this is the only
means of relieving this affection "per se," though the resulting
symptoms of asthenopia and strabismus may require further
attention. Spectacles should be prescribed for hyperopia im
mediately upon the appearance of asthenopic symptoms. In
selecting these glasses we should first determine the degree of
manifest hyperopia (Hm.) bjT finding the strongest convex
glass with which the patient can see perfectly at a distance
(No. 20 at 20 feet). This glass which corresponds to or neu
tralizes Hm. is usually the one which the patient requires for
near vision, though in some cases he cannot bear as strong a
glass as this to commence with, while in others it is also neces
sary to neutralize a portion of the latent hyperopia (HI.).
Many oculists recommend the neutralization of all of Hm.
and one-fourth of HI., but these glasses are usually found too
strong for the patient.
 ASTIGMATISM US. 315

The best general rule to follow is to give the strongest convex

glass with which the patient can read distinctly and easily for
a length of time at the usual distance for near vision.
As a rule, glasses should not be advised for distant vision,
unless the hyperopia is relative or absolute, when their use be
comes necessary.
Asthenopia, both accommodative and muscular, though
more frequently the former, arises from hyperopia. Both are,
however, relieved by the proper selection of convex glasses,
and often cured by this measure alone, but if some weakness
of the muscles remain, special treatment is required, as can be
seen by reference to the section devoted to asthenopia.
A measure of the greatest importance for the relief of as-
thenopic symptoms, dependent upon hyperopia, is systematic
exercise of the eyes with convex glasses, as first recommended by
Dr. Dyer. For instance, give the proper convex glass and ad
vise its use for reading, every morning and afternoon, at a
regular time, for from three to ten minutes, according to the
amount of asthenopia, and increase the time one minute each
day, as long as it can be done without fatigue.
Often an irritable weakness of the ciliary muscle is produced
by over-use of the eyes in hyperopia and is not relieved by
suitable glasses, in which case rest of the eyes and the use of
Jaborandi should be prescribed.
The treatment of strabismus convergens or any other com
plication can be found under appropriate heads.

ASTIGMATISMUS.
( Variation in Refraction of Different Meridians of the Eye.)

The only treatment for regular astigmatism consists in the

careful selection of cylindrical glasses, either simple cylindrical,
spherico-cylindrical or bi-cylindrical, according to the variety
of astigmatism we have to deal with. (To prescribe glasses in
astigmatism, one must thoroughly understand the theory of
irregular refraction and possess the proper glasses and test
types for making the examination.)
Irregular astigmatism is dependent upon irregular refraction
 316 PARESIS SIVE PARALYSIS MUSCUL. OCULI.

of the lens or cornea; in the latter usually resulting from in

flammatory changes. In these instances stenopaic spectacles
may be necessary, or the performance of an iridectomy. Bene
fit may also be obtained from the use of such drugs as seem
indicated by the appearance and condition of the eye.
Astigmatism, both regular and irregular, is sometimes de
pendent upon unequal contraction of the ciliary muscle. If
such is the case much benefit may be derived from internal
medication. Especially useful is Jaborandi, although Physos-
tigma or Agaricus may be needed.

MUSCLES AND NERVES.

PARESIS SIVE PARALYSIS MUSCUL. OCULI.

(Partial or Complete Paralysis of the Muscles of the Eye, including not only the
Recti and Oblique Muscles, but also the Ciliary Muscle and
Sphincter of the Iris.)

The treatment varies according to the nature of the cause,

which should always receive due consideration in the selection
of a drug. Our chief reliance must be in internal medication.
Prismatic glasses, to which we sometimes resort, may be used
for two purposes: 1. To relieve the annoying diplopia by giv
ing that prism which neutralizes the double vision. 2. For
the purpose of exercising the paralyzed muscle by using a
weaker prism, which nearly fuses the double images, when by
the exercise of the will they may be brought together; care
must be taken, however, that these glasses are neither too weak
nor too strong, or they will tend to weaken instead of strengthen
the muscle.
Both faradization and galvanization have proved valuable
aids in the cure of these disorders, either alone or in connec
tion with the appropriate remedy.
As a last resort, careful tenotomy of the opposing muscle may

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 PARESIS SIVE PARALYSIS MUSCUL. OCULI. 317

be performed, with or without advancement of the paralyzed

muscle, according to the degree of deviation.
In paralysis of the iris or ciliary muscle the local applica
tion of Eserine or Pilocarpine may be of service.
Aconite.—Paresis from exposure to a draught of cold air.
Argentum nit. — For weakness of the ciliary muscle or
even paralysis of the accommodation, manifest advantage has
been derived.
Arnica.—Paralysis of the muscles resulting from a blow or
injury.
Causticum.—Paralysis of the muscles resulting from ex
posure to cold. It has been especially successful in paralysis
of the sphincter pupillse (mydriasis), of the ciliary muscle,
levator palpebrse superioris (ptosis), orbicularis and external '
rectus. Its action is not found confined to any one nerve, but
is useful in paralysis of any of the ocular muscles, if the par
ticular cause and general indications are present.
Chelidonium.—Paresis of the right external rectus. Dis
tant objects are blurred, and on looking steadily two are seen.
Pain in the eye on looking up.
Cuprum acet.—Insufficiency or paralysis of the external
rectus muscle.
Euphrasia.—Paralysis of the muscles, particularly of the
third pair of nerves, caused from exposure to cold and wet;
especially if catarrhal symptoms of the conjunctiva, blurring
of the eyes relieved by winking, etc., are present.
Gelsemium. —A valuable remedy in all forms of paralysis
of the ocular muscles, especially of the external rectus. Paresis „
from diphtheria, or associated with paralysis of the muscles of
the throat.
Kali iodata.—The iodide of potassium is more commonly
indicated than any other drug in paralysis of the muscles, of
syphilitic origin. Appreciable doses are usually employed.
Merc. iod. flav.—Paralysis of the third pair, especially if
syphilitic in origin.
Natrum mur.—See muscular asthenopia.
Nux vom.—Paresis or paralysis of the ocular muscles, par
ticularly if caused or made worse by the use of stimulants or
tobacco.
 318 NYSTAGMUS, SPASMUS MUSCUL. CILIARIS.

Opium —Paralysis of the accommodation.

Paris quad.—Paralysis of the iris and ciliary muscle, with
pain drawing from the eye to the back of the head; or pain as if
the eyes were pulled into the head. Eyes sensitive to touch.
Phosphorus.—Paralysis of the muscles caused from or ac
companied by spermatorrhoea or sexual abuse.
Physostigma ven.—Has been used internally as well as
j locally. Paresis of the accommodation after diphtheria, and
in muscular asthenopia.
Rhus tox.—A remedy often indicated in paralysis of the
ocular muscles resulting from rheumatism or exposure in cold
wet weather and getting the feet wet. Causticum is very simi-
S lar in its action, though is more especially adapted to those
cases resulting from exposure to cold dry weather.
Senega.—Want of power of the superior rectus or superior
oblicme, in which the diplopia is relieved by bending the head
' backward. The other muscles may be complicated in the
trouble.
Spigelia.—When associated with sharp stabbing pain through
the eye and head.
Alumina, Aurum, Conium, Hyoscyamus and Sulphur have
also been used with advantage. Other remedies may be called
for by general indications.

NYSTAGMUS, SPASMUS MUSCUL. CILIARIS.

( Oscillation of the Eyeballs, Spasm of the Ciliary Muscle.)

If strabismus coexists with nystagmus, tenotomy of the con

tracted muscle should be made. If there is any anomaly of
refraction, it must be corrected by glasses.
In aggravated cases of spasm of the ciliary muscle the reg
ular and prolonged use of Atropine or the constant use of con
vex glasses may be necessary, but usually internal medication,
with rest of the eyes for near work, will suffice to diminish the
spasm; after which any anomaly of refraction may be cor
rected.
Agaricus.—Very useful in all spasmodic affections of the
muscles of the eye, especially if associated with spasm of the lids,
 NYSTAGMUS, SPASMUS MUSCUL. CILIARIS. 319

or general chorea. In uncomplicated spasm of the ciliary

muscle it has been of service, but is not as frequently indicated
as some other drugs. Twitchings of the lids varying from fre
quent winking to spasmodic closure of them. (See blepharo-
spasmus page 219.) Twitchings of the eyeballs with various sen
sations in and around them, chiefly pressing and aching.
Eyeball sensitive to touch. The spasmodic movements are absent
during sleep but return on waking and may be transiently re
lieved by washing in cold water.
Belladonna.—If accompanied by headache and hyperses
thesia of the senses.
Cicuta.—See strabismus, page 320.
Hyoscyamus.—Spasmodic action of the eyeballs.
Ignatia.—Morbid nictitation and spasmodic affections oc
curring in nervous hysterical women.
Jaborandi.—In spasm of the accommodation, or irritability of
the ciliary muscle, there is no remedy so frequently useful as
this. Many cases of simulated myopia have yielded to its use.
Everything at a distance is blurred without concave glasses, though
near objects are seen distinctly. The vision may be constantly chang
ing. Nausea or vertigo on using the eyes. Eyes tire easily and
are irritable, especially on sewing. Twitching of the lids and
pain in the balls. Spasm of the internal recti muscles.
Lilium tig.—Spasm of the accommodation.
Physostigma ven.—In its proving there has been devel
oped marked spasmodic action of the ciliary muscle and
muscles of the lid. It has, therefore, been used with manifest
advantage in these conditions, particularly the former ; and as
spasm of the ciliary muscle is frequently found in myopia, it
should be thought of in this anomaly of refraction. The
patient cannot read long on account of this spasm and must
bring the book near the eyes. There is also generally to be
seen twitchings in the lids and around the eyes when Physostigma
is required. The pupil is contracted. (Compare Jaborandi.)
Nux, Puls. and Sulph. have also been used with benefit, as
may any of that class of remedies denominated our antispas
modics.
320 STRABISMUS.

STRABISMUS.
(Squint.)
Careful distinction must be made between concomitant and
paralytic squint, as the treatment materially varies. As stra
bismus convergens is frequently due to hyperopia and strabis
mus divergens to myopia, we must always at first obtain the
patient's refraction. If either be the cause, the ametropia
should be neutralized, when, if the squint is recent and perio
dic in character, a cure may be effected by this means alone,
or in connection with internal medication. In recent cases,
advantage may be derived from careful and systematic ex
ercise of the weaker muscle either with or without prisms, es
pecially if the squint is of the paralytic variety.
In true concomitant squint, after it has become permanent,
tenotomy of the contracted muscle should be performed as early
as possible, in order that no sight be lost from non-use. Care
must be taken, after the operation, to prescribe glasses, if an
anomaly of refraction was the cause of the trouble, so that its
return may be prevented if possible.
Cicuta vir.—Indicated in strabismus convergens occurring
in children, particularly if spasmodic in nature, or caused from
convulsions, to which the child is subject.
Jaborandi.—Strabismus convergens, periodic and resulting
from spasm of the internal recti; also for return of squint
after operation.
If helminthiasis has been the cause, Cina, Cyclamen or Spi-
gelia may be required. If due to spasms, convulsions, or any
intra-cranial disorders, Agar., Bell., Hyos., Nux or Strain. would
be first suggested to our minds.
Calc. or Chin. sulph. may be indicated.
In all cases the cause of the difficulty must be determined,
if possible, for this, in connection with the general condition
of the patient, will govern us in the selection of the remedy.
Compare treatment given for both paralysis and spasm of
the muscles of the eye.
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ASTHENOPIA ACCOMMODATIVA ET
MUSCULARIS.
( Weakness of the Ciliary and Internal Recti Muscles, including Kopiopia Hysterica.)

In a large proportion of cases asthenopia is due to some

anomaly of refraction, which must be corrected by suitable
glasses, before any headway can be made in the treatment;
after which, properly indicated remedies are of great service.
Not rarely asthenopia is dependent upon entirely different
causes, as general muscular laxity, debilitating diseases, and
many other constitutional disturbances; in which case our
treatment should be directed to the primary seat of the trouble.
Excessive use of tea may be the cause, in which case it must
be stopped. After prescribing the proper spectacles in asthe
nopia, only a moderate, systematic use of the eyes should be
encouraged, until the overworked muscles have regained their
normal tone. Regular exercise of the eyes, according to the
rules given on page 315, for asthenopia in hyperopia, is of
great importance.
In insufficiency of the internal recti muscles, besides the
spherical glasses necessary to overcome the faulty construc
tion of the eye, prisms may be required, either to relieve any
existing diplopia, and, at the same time, employ binocular
vision, or used with a view of strengthening the weak muscles.
Again we have observed favorable results from systematic
exercise of the internal recti at regular periods,' by having the
patient look steadily at his finger, or a ruler, while it is slowly
carried far to the right and then to the left, or by carrying it
to and from the eye.
Faradism and galvanism have also proved of advantage in
some cases.
As a last resort, careful tenotomy of the external recti may
be performed.
Cases will be found in Part I illustrating the action of near
ly all remedies.
Aconite.—Asthenopia from over-use of the eyes. Lids spas
modically closed, with a heavy feeling in them; while the eyes
feel very hot and dry after using. Conjunctiva may be hyper
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annic. Cold water may relieve temporarily the heat in the

eyes.
Agaricus.—Asthenopia, especially muscular, if accom
panied by sudden jerks of the ball, twitching of the lids, etc.
Argentum nit. —Weakness of the accommodation, depen
dent upon errors of refraction. Letters blur, and sight van
ishes on reading or writing.
Calcarea.—Pale, flabby subjects, inclined to grow fat ; with
coldness of the extremities, and perspiration about the head.
Eyes pain after using, and are generally worse in damp
weather and from warmth. Burning and cutting pains in
the lids, and sticking pains in the eyes on reading. Dim
vision after fine work. Objects run together.
Cinnabar.—Asthenopia, with pain in the inner canthus, ex
tending above or around the eye, worse in the evening, and upon
using the eyes. Soreness over exit of supra-orbital nerve.
Conium mac.—Weakness of the accommodation. Letters
run together on reading. Burning pain deep in the eye.
Great dread of light.
Duboisia.—Weakness of the ciliary muscle.
Gelsemium.—Asthenopia, with weakness of the external
recti, or, if associated with blepharitis or hypersemia of the
conjunctiva.
Jaborandi. —Asthenopic symptoms, which are really depen
dent upon irritability of the ciliary muscle, especially when
found in true myopia, or spasms of the accommodation. Use
ful when caused by reflex irritation from the uterus (kopiopia
hysterica).
Ealmia.—Stiff, drawing sensation in the muscles, upon
moving the eyes (Nat. mur.).
Lachesis.—Asthenopic symptoms, especially in the left eye,
with a variety of pains and sensations, worse upon thinking
of them, using the eyes, and on waking in the morning.
Lilium tig. —Kopiopia hysterica, and asthenopic symp
toms not due to reflex irritation. Burning, smarting, and
heat in the eyes after reading, relieved in the open air (Pulsat.).
Photophobia.
Mercurialis peren.—Asthenopia, with a sensation of dry-
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ness of the eyes, and heaviness of the lids. Mist before the
eyes in the morning. Burning pain in the eyes in evening,
and upon reading.
Natrum mur.—No remedy is more often indicated in asthe
nopia, especially muscular, than this. Over-use of the eyes in
both emmetropia and ametropia may be the cause, or it may
be dependent upon reflex irritation. The vision soon becomes
dim and letters run together upon using the eyes for near
vision and sometimes for distant vision. The internal recti
are usually weak. The muscles feel stiff and drawn, and ache cm
moving the eye in any direction. Pain in the eye upon looking
down. Burning, smarting, itching and heat in the eyes upon
reading or writing, with a variety of other sensations, even
headache. Heaviness and drooping of the lids on use of the
eyes for near vision. The eyes appear irritable, with some
dread of light, so the patient desires to close them firmly.
Phosphorus.—Both accommodative and muscular asthen
opia. Mistiness and vanishing of vision, with pain and stiff
ness in the eyeball. Light aggravates, so the patient is better
in the twilight. Muscse volitantes. Photopsies.
Physostigma ven.—Asthenopic symptoms dependent upon
irritation of the ciliary muscle. Paresis of the accommodation
following diphtheria, and in muscular asthenopia.
Rhododendron.—Insufficiency of the internal recti muscles,
with darting pains through the eyes and head, always worse
before a storm.
Ruta grav.—Especially indicated in accommodative asthen
opia. Aching in and over the eyes, with blurring of the vision
after using or straining the eyes at fine work. The eyes feel
hot like balls of fire, appear irritable and run water, especially
towards evening after working all day. Ruta is more often
indicated in accommodative asthenopia and Natrum mur. in
muscular.
Sepia. —Indicated if reflex irritation from the uterus is the
cause of the difficulty. Smarting in the eyes and a variety of
other sensations may be experienced, as can be seen \vy refer
ence to the verified symptomatology. Aggravation of the symp
toms morning and evening.
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Spigelia.—If accompanied by sharp, stabbing pains through

the eye and around it, extending back into the head.
In addition to the above, many other remedies have been
employed with success. For special indications in the selection
of which, refer to the verified symptomatology and clinical
application in Part I. Attention is particularly directed to
the following: Ammon. carb., Apis, Arn., Asarum, Carb. veg.,
Caust., Crocus, Euph., Ignat., Kali carb., Ledum, Lith. carb.,
Macrotin, Nux vorn., Paris, Phos. ac., Pulsat., Santon. and
Sulphur.

NEURALGIA CILIARIS.
(Pain in the Ciliary Nerves.)

Ciliary neuralgia is usually only a symptom of some disorder

of the eye, but as it is occasionally found unassociated with
any ocular trouble, we shall speak briefly of those remedies
adapted to this condition.
Amyl nitr.—Severe ciliary neuralgia, with acute conjunctivitis
and flushing of corresponding side of face, dependent upon dis
turbance in the sympathetic system. Pupil contracted.
Asafcetida.—Severe boring, tearing pain over the eyes, also
intense burning in brows, especially at night.
Atropine.—Used locally in the eye often proves of decided
benefit in allaying the severe pain in and around the eye.
Belladonna.— Orbital neuralgias, especially of the infraor
bital nerve, with red face, hot head and throbbing headache.
Sensitive to light and noise.
Bryonia.—Pains severe, sharp and shooting through the eye
back into the head, or extending from the eye down to malar bone.
and then back to occiput. The seat of pain becomes sore to touch,
Moving the eyeball in any direction, or the exertion of talking or
walking will aggravate the pain, so that he wishes constantly to
keep the eyes closed and at perfect rest.
Cedron. — One of the first remedies to be thought of in
supraorbital neuralgia. Pains severe, sharp and shooting, start
ing from one point over the eye (generally the left) and extending
along the branches of the supraorbital nerve into the head. May
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extend to temples or occiput; often worse in the evening, on

lying down, and before a storm.
China.—Intermittent ciliary neuralgia. TJie muriate of quinine,
in appreciable doses, will often alleviate intense pain in and
around the eye, periodic in character, especially if malarial in
origin and accompanied by chills.
Cimicifuga.—Severe aching pains in the eyeballs or in the
temples extending to the eyes. Sharp, shooting pains from the
occiput through to the eyes or from the eyes to the top of the head.
Generally worse in the afternoon and night and relieved on
lying down. Macrotin has been employed in similar cases
with benefit.
Cinnabaris.—Pain commencing at internal canthus and extend
ing over or around the eye.
Comocladia.—The eyeballs feel too large, painful and as if
pressed out of the head. The eyeballs feel sore, especially on
moving them.
Natrum salicyl. — From three to five grain doses of the
salicylate of soda, frequently repeated, will often relieve severe
ciliary neuralgia.
Plantago. —Ciliary neuralgia from decayed teeth.
Prunus spin.—Commonly indicated, especially if the pam
in the eyeball is severe and crushing, as if eye were pressed asunder;
or if the pain is sharp and shooting in character, through the
eye and corresponding side of the head. These severe sharp
pains may commence in various portions of the head and ex
tend around and in the eye.
Rhododendron. — Pains in and around the eye usually
worse at night and always aggravated before a storm.
Silicea.—Ciliary neuralgia; darting pains tlirough the eye
and head, often commencing at the oceiput and extending for
ward to the eyes; caused from exposure to a draught of air, and
relieved by keeping the head icarm.
Spigelia. —Is a grand remedy in controlling the severe
ciliary pain arising from various eye troubles or independent
of any such disorder. The pains may intermit or not and are
usually of a sharp stabbing character either around the eye or
extending through the eye into the head; they often seem to
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commence at one point and then radiate in different directions.

The pains are usually worse at night and on motion. Besides
the above, which are most characteristic, there are a great
variety of pains which have been relieved by Spigelia, as can
be seen by referring to the clinical action of the drug.
Terebinth.—Severe ciliary neuralgia with acute conjunctivitis.
The pain is intense, from a grumbling, beating, sore pain, to a
severe sharp darting pain in the eye and over it along the
course of the supraorbital nerve, worse at night.
Many other remedies may be indicated and useful in allevi
ating the severe pain in and around the eyes, chief among
which may be mentioned Carbol. ac., Cham., Chel., Hyperi
cum, Ign., Ipecac., Merc., Mez., Nat. mur., Plat., Sulph. raid
Thuja.
 GLOSSARY.

A. Abbreviation for accommodation.

Abscessus corneae. Abscess of the cornea; keratitis suppurativa.
Accommodation. Power of adjusting the eye for vision at different distances.
(See range of accommodation.)
Acne ciliaris. Small pustules on margins of lido.
Amaurosis (Gr. a/jtaupou), to render obscure). Blindness without organic
change in the eye.
Amblyopia (Gr. unfiXuq, dull; o^'-ic, vision). Dimness of sight without ap
parent lesion.
Amblyopia nicotiana. Obscured vision from use of tobacco.
Amblyopia potatorum. Obscured vision from the use of alcoholic liquors.
Ametropia (Gr. a, privative; p.szpm, measure; v<pt<;, vision). Any condition
of imperfect refraction in the eye.
Amotio retinae. Separation of retina from the choroid; detachment of the
retina; hydrops retinse.
Anaesthesia retinae. Diminished sensibility of the retina without organic
change.
Anterior chamber. Space between anterior surface of iris and posterior sur
face of cornea.
Apoplexia retinae. Hemorrhage into retina.
Aqueous humor. The fluid found in the anterior and posterior chambers of
the eye.
Arteria centralis retinae. The central artery of the retina, derived from the
ophthalmic, and entering retina at the centre of the optic disc.
Asthenopia (Gr. afftfcwj?, weak; »cV?, vision). Weak vision.
Asthenopia accommodativa. Weakness of ciliary muscle.
Asthenopia muscularis. Weakness of internal recti muscles.
Astigmatism (Gr. a, privative; tTrty/xa, a point). Condition in which degree
of refraction varies in different meridians of the eye ; therefore rays from a
point will not be reunited in a point on the retina. In simple a—, the refraction
is normal in one meridian and varies from normal in the other ; In compound
a—, both principal meridians are either hyperopic or myopic, but in differ
ent degrees; in mixed a—, one meridian is hyperopic and the other myopic.
These forms are all called regular. Irregular a—, is where the refraction
varies in several meridians or in different parts of the same meridian.
Atrophia nerVus opticus et retinae. Atrophy of optic nerve and retina.
 328 GLOSSARY.

Basedow's disease. See morbus Basedowii.

Binocular vision. Vision with loth eyes.
Blepharadenitis. Glandular inflammation of the eyelids.
Blepharitis. Inflammation of the eyelids.
Blepharitis ciliaris \ innammation 0f the margins of the eyelids.
Blepharitis marginalia. i
Blepharitis acuta. Phlegmonous inflammation of eyelids.
Blepharospasmus. Involuntary spasm of the lids.
Brachymetropia (Gr. fipayuq, short ; psrpov, measure; oij'tq, vision). Near
sightedness; myopia.
BulDus ocUli. Eye-ball ; or, globe.
Canaliculus. Canal leading from punctum to lachrymal sac.
Canthoplasty. Division of the outer canthus. More properly, canthotomy.
Canthus. Angle formed by junction of eyelids.
Capsule of lens. Membrane that encloses crystalline lens.
Capsulitis. Inflammation of the lens capsule.
Caries orbitse. Caries of the bones of the orbit.
Caruncula (Lat. a little piece of flesh). A small red body lying in inner can-
thus of eye.
Cataracta, Catacact (Gr. xarappaaaw, to confound). Opacity of the crystal
line lens ; c. dura, hard cataract ; c.immatura, immature cataract; c. matura, ma
ture (or ripe) cataract ; c. mollis, soft cataract; c. traumatica, traumatic cataract ;
c. zonularis, cataract in which only one or more layers of the lens are involved.
Cellulitis orbitse. Orbital cellulitis; an inflammation of the cellular tissue of
the orbit.
Chalazion (Gr. yalaXa, a hail-stone). Tumor of the eyelid, caused by retained
secretion of meibomian glands.
Chemosis (Gr. jpj/tij, a gaping). Gidematous swelling of conjunctiva and sub
conjunctival tissue, causing cornea to appear sunken.
Choked disc. See Stauungs papille.
Choroid (Gr. %opiovt the chorion ; ecSoc, like). The second, or vascular tunic
of the eye-ball.
Choroiditis disseminata. Disseminate inflammation of the choroid.
Choroiditis serosa. Serous inflammation of the choroid.
Choroiditis suppurativa. Suppurative inflammation of choroid.
Chorio-retinitis. Inflammation of the choroid and retina.
Chromopsies (Gr. ypmpa, color ; ml'is, vision). Colors before vision.
Cilia (Lat. cilium, an eyelash).
Ciliary injection. Congestion of ciliary vessels.
Ciliary margin. Free margin of eyelid.
Conjunctiva (Lat. conjwngen, to join together). The mucous lining of the eye
lids, reflected upon the sclerotic, and passing slightly over the edge of the
cornea.
Conjunctivitis. Inflammation of the conjunctiva; c. catarrhalis, catarrhal con
junctivitis ; c. crovposa, croupous conjunctivitis; c. diphtheritica, diphtheritic
conjunctivitis ; c. follicularis, follicular conjunctivitis ; c. granulosa. and c. tra-
chomatosa, granular lids ; c. phlyctenularis, phlyctenular conjunctivitis ; c. pus-
tulosa, pustular conjunctivitis'.

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Cornea (Lit. eornu, a horn). The transparent anterior segment of the outer
tunic of the eyeball.
Comeilis. See keratitis.
Coipus alienum. Foreign body.
Crescentic Ulcer, or Marginal Ulcer. A form of ulceration that tends to
surround cornea and cut off nutrition.
Cyclitis (Gr. xuxXoc, a circle, and terminal itis denoting inflammation). In
flammation of ciliary body ; also kyklitis.
Dacryocystitis (Gr. Saxpov, a tear ; xuazts, a bladder, and terminal itis, denot
ing inflammation). Inflammation of the lachrymal sac; d. catarrhalis. Ca
tarrhal inflammation of the lachrymal sac.
Dacryocysto-blennorhcea. Blennorrhea of the lachrymal sac.
Descemet's membrane. Posterior limiting membrane of cornea.
Sescemetitis. Inflammation of Descemet's membrane.
Dioptric. Refracting power of a lens having a focal length of one meter ; de
signated by the letter D, written after the number.
Diplopia (Gr. SiizXnoi, double; ud'tq, vision). Double vision.
Discus opticus. The entrance of optic nerve in eyeball ; the " blind spot."
Distichiasis (Gr. Scanyca, a double row). Double row of eyelashes.
Dyer's exercise. Systematic exercise of eyes with convex glasses (described
on p. 315).
Ectopia lentis (Gr. exroizoc, displaced, and Lat. lentis, lens). Dislocation of
the crystalline lens.
Ectropion (Gr. exrpe-w, to turn from). Eversion of the eyelid; also written
ectropium.
Emmetropia (Gr. spiisrpns, conforming to measure; oijnq, vision). That
state of refraction in which, with the eye at rest, parallel rays are brought to
a focus on the retina.
Emphysema palpebrae (Gr. sp.<fuaau), to inflate). A collection of air in
the cellular texture under the skin of the eyelids.
Enucleation. Excision of the eyeball.
Engorged disc, engorged papilla. See Stauung's papilte.
Entropion (Gr. tv, in ; tpt-w, to turn). A turning-in of free margin of eye
lid; also written entropium.
Epiphora (Gr. e~t<pspu), to carry to). A superabundant secretion of tears.
Episcleritis. Inflammation of the superficial layers of the sclera.
Exophthalmic goitre. See morbus Basedowii.
Exophthalmos (Gr. ef, out of; ofOaXpus, the eye). Protrusion of the eye
ball.
Far-sightedness. Hyperopia.
Fissura palpebrarum. The opening between the eyelids.
Fistula lachrymalis Term usually applied to fistula of the lachrymal sac.
Fundus (Lat. fundus, bottom). The posterior portion of the eyeball.
Glaucoma (Gr. y/.aoxtis, green). Increased tension of the eyeball (see intra-
ocidar tension).
Gonorrhoea 1 ophthalmia. A form of purulent inflammation of conjunctiva,
caused by inoculation with gonorrhoea! pus.
GrZllriphthalmia.} See ^^
330 GLOSSARY.

H. Abbreviation denoting hypermetropia.

Hemeralopia (Gr. 'jjusjoa, a day; o(iit-, vision). Night-blindness.
Hemiopia (Gr. 'ij/n, half; od<ts vision). Defect of vision in which only the
half of an object is seen.
Herpes corneae. Phlyctenular inflammation of the cornea.
Hordeolum (Lat. diminution of hordeum, barley). A small inflammatory tu
mor on margin of eyelid ; a stye.
Humors. The more fluid contents of the eyeball.
Hyalitis (Gr.'oa/.o<;t glass; terminal ills, denoting inflammation). Inflamma
tion of the vitreous humor.
Hydrops retinae (Gr. 'uS<op, water; retince, of the retina). See amotio retinal.
Hypaemia. Hemorrhage into anterior chamber of the eye.
Hypersesthesia retinae. Oversensitiveness of the retina to light ; retinal as
thenopia.
Hypermetropia (Gr. 'o~ep, beyond; ptrpov, measure ; odiis, vision). A con
dition of refraction in which, with accommodation at rest, parallel rays are
brought to a focus behind the retina ; hyperopia ; H. Facultative h. The
least degree of h., when vision is %% with or without convex glasses. Rela
tive h. A degree of h. when vision is f $ only upon converging the eyes or
by use of convex glasses. Absolute h. The highest degree of h., when vision
is §§ only with convex glasses. Manifest h. That amount of h. that is not
neutralized by accommodative action ; expressed as Hm. Latent h. That
amount of h. that is neutralized by accommodation ; expressed as HI.
Hyperopia Contraction of hypermetropia.
Hypopyon, (Gr. 'u-n, under; -ow, pus). An accumulation of pus in the an
terior chamber of the eye. Also written hypopyum.
Interstitial keratitis. See keratitis parenchymatosa.
Intraocular (Lat. intra, within ; oculus, the eye). Pertaining to the interior of
the eyeball.
Intraocular tension. Tension of the eyeball ; measured by the degree of
hardness of the globe ; indicated by the letter T. ; Tn = normal tension, T +.
or T— = increased or diminished tension. Degree of tension represented
by numbers 1, 2 and 3 placed after sign.
Iris (Gr. ipc:, a rainbow). The circular membrane suspended vertically behind
the cornea ; floating in the aqueous humor, and perforated to form the pupil.
Iridectomy. The operation of excision of a portion of the iris.
Irido- choroiditis. Inflammation of the iris and choroid.
Irido-cyclitis. Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body.
Iritis. Inflammation of the iris. Its varieties are : i. idiopathica, simple or
plastic iritis; i. purulenta, parenchymatous or suppurative iritis; i. rheu-
malica, a form of plastic iritis dependent upon rheumatic diathesis; i. serosa,
serous iritis (see keratitis punctata) ; i. sponyiosa, gelatinous or spongy iritis ;
i. syphilitica ; i. traumatica.
Ischaemia retinae (Gr. t-yoi. to suppress ; atpa, blood, and retina, of the retina).
An insufficient supply of blood to the retina.
Jaeger. Name sometimes used to denote Jaeger's test type.
Keratitis (Gr. xepaq cornea and itis. denoting inflammation). Inflammation
of the cornea; comeitis. The varieties are: k. pannosa, pannus, superficial
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keratitis ; a superficial vascular opacity of the cornea ; k. parenchymatosa,

diffuse, parenchymatous, or interstitial keratitis; k. phlyctenularis, herpes
cornea? ; inflammation of the cornea with formation of vesicles ; k. punctata,
a name often given to either descemetitis or serous iritis, and characterized .
by punctate spots on posterior surface of cornea; k. pustulosa, pustular in
flammation of the cornea; k. superficialis, same as k. pannosa; k. suppurativa^
abscess of the cornea ; k. ulcerosa, superficial ulceration of the cornea.
Keratu-conus. Conical cornea.
Kerato-globus. Uniform spherical bulging of the whole cornea.
Kerato-iritis. Inflammation of the cornea and iris.
Kopiopia hysterica (Gr. xoitoq, weariness; <!<>'!q, and Oarspa, the womb).
Weakness of the eyes from reflex irritation, usually from the uterus.
Lachrymal duct. Name applied to portion of canal leading from lachrymal
sac, including canaliculi.
Lachrymal sac. The upper dilated extremity of the nasal duct.
Lachrymation (Lat. lachrymare, to shed tears). Secretion of tears.
Lsesiones (Lat. lassio, a hurting). Injuries.
L. E. Abbreviation for left eye.
Lens. The crystalline lens.
Leils capsule. See capsule of lens.
Leucoma (Gr. Xeuxoq, white). A milky opacity of the cornea.
Leucoma adhsorens. Cicatrix on cornea to which a portion of the iris is
attached.
L. E. V. Abbreviation of left eye vision.
Levator palpebrse sUperioris. The levator muscle of the upper eyelid.
Luxatio lentis. Dislocation of the crystalline lens.
L. V. Left vision. See vision.
Macula cornese (Heb. machala, blemish). A small opacity of the cornea.
Macula lutea. The "yellow spot," the most sensitive part of the retina.
Meibomian glands. Small glands located in the eyelid between the conjunc
tiva and tarsal cartilages.
Membrana Descemetii See Descemet's membrane.
Morbi glandulae lachrymarum. Diseases of the lachrymal gland.
Morbus Basedowii. A disease characterized by palpitation of the heart, pro
trusion of the eyeballs and enlargement of the thyroid gland ; Graves' dis
ease ; exophthalmic goitre.
Muscse volitantes (Lat., musca, a fly ; volila, to float). Floating spots in field
of vision.
MuscUlus ciliaris. The ciliary muscle.
Mydriasis (Gr. poSptaatq-. from puSaoj, to abound in moisture: so named be
cause it was once thought to originate in redundant moisture). A morbid
dilatation of the pupil.
Myodesopsia Physiological muscpe volitantes.
Myopia (Gr. p.uw, to contract; otf', the eye). A condition of refraction in
which, with accommodation at rest, parallel rays are brought to a focus in
front of the retina.
Myosis (Gr. /low, to contract). Morbid contraction of the pupil.
332 GLOSSARY.

Nasal duct. The canal leading from the lachrymal sac to the nasal cavity.
NerVUS abclllcCllS. One of the cranial nerves (sixth pair).
NerVUS oclllo-motor. One of the cranial nerves (third pair).
NerVUS opticus. The optic nerve.
Neuralgia ciliaris. Neuralgia of the ciliary nerves.
Neuralgia supra-orbitalis. Supra-orbital neuralgia.
Neuritis N. 0. Inflammation of the optic nerve.
Nictitation (Lat., nidito, to wink often). Frequent winking.
N. 0. Contraction signifying nervus opticus.
Nyctalopia (Gr., vuS, night ; o<pi,;, vision). Day-blindness.
Nystagmus. Oscillation of the eyeballs.
Ocular (Gr. oxxaMos, the eye). Pertaining to the eye.
0. D. Contraction for oeulus dextra—the right eye.
(Edema palpebrse. GMerna of the eyelid.
Old sight. Presbyopia.
Onyx (Gr. ovuS, a nail). A sinking down of pus between the lamellse of the
cornea.
OpacitateS Vitrei. Opacities of the vitreous.
Opacitates corneas. Opacities of the cornea.
Ophthalmia (Gr. o<p Oaliim;, the eye). Inflammation of the eye. The varieties
are: o. arthritica, obsolete term for glaucoma; o. blennnrrhceica, purulent con
junctivitis; o. catarrhalis, catarrhal conjunctivitis; o. exanthemata, conjunc
tivitis from the eruptive fevers; o. gonorrhozica, gonorrheal conjunctivitis;
o. menstrualis, inflammation of the eye dependent on menstrual disorders ;
o. neonatorum, purulent conjunctivitis in new-born infants; o. phlyctenularis,
phlyctenular inflammation of cornea or conjunctiva ; o. purulenta, same as o.
blenorrhaiica ; o. rheumatica, obsolete term for iritis; o. scrofulosa, same as
phlyctenular ophthalmia; o. sympathetica, any form of inflammation (usually
irido-cyclitis) caused by sympathetic irritation from other eye; o. tarsi, in
flammation of margins of lids.
Ophthalmoscope (Gr. opOaXpos, the eye; a-xoxsw, to examine). An instru
ment for examining the interior of the eye by reflected light.
Optic axis. An imaginary line corresponding anteriorly to the centre of the
cornea and posteriorly to a point between the yellow spot and optic nerve
entrance.
Optic disc. See discus opticus.
Optic papilla. Same as discus opticus.
Optico-ciliary neurotomy. Division of the optic and ciliary nerves at their
point of entrance into the eyeball.
Orbit (Lat. orbis, a circle). The cavity in which the eyeball is located.
0. S. Contraction for oeulus sinistra—the left eye.
0. TJ. Contraction for oculi utroque—both eyes.
Palpebrse (Lat. palpito, to throb). The eyelids.
Palpebral conjunctiva. The conjunctiva of the lids.
Pannus (Gr. ttijvij, a web of cloth). A superficial vascularity of the cornea.
PannUS crasSUS (Gr. -rfjTh and Lat. crassus, thick). An aggravated form of
pannus.
 GLOSSARY. 666

Panillis herpetica. Pannus as result of phlyctenular keratitis.

Panophthalmitis (Gr. nav, all; ofOaXpnq, the eye; terminal itis, denoting
inflammation). Inflammation of the whole eye.
Paralysis of accommodation. Loss of power of adjusting the eye for vision
at different distances.
Pericorneal (Gr. -tpc, about, and cornea). Around the cornea.
Periostitis orbitse. Inflammation of the periosteum of the bones of the orbit.
Photophobia (Gr. <paic, light ; <po{3sa>,to dread). An intolerance of light.
Photopsia (Gr. <pu)<;, light; o0i;, vision). Flashes of light before the sight.
Phthiriasis ciliaris (Gr. <pOscji, a louse). Lice on the margins of the lids.
Pinguecula (Lat. pinguis, fat). A conjunctival tumor near the edge of the
cornea.
Posterior staphyloma. See sclerectasia posterior.
Posterior synechia (Gr. auveysia, continuity). Adhesion of iris to the capsule
of the lens.
Pr. Abbreviation for presbyopia.
' Presbyopia (Gr. npea^wz, an old man ; o(pcq, vision). Physiological recession
of near point of vision, from age ; old sight.
Prolapsus iridis. Protrusion of iris through wound in cornea.
Pterygium (Gr. -rr/juf, a wing). Triangular hypertrophy of the conjunctiva,
extending upon the cornea.
Ptosis (Gr. tztooj, to fall). Drooping of the upper eyelid.
Puncta lachrymalia. The openings of the lachrymal canaliculi.
Pupil. The opening in centre of iris.
Range of accommodation. Term used to express the distance between the
nearest and farthest points of distinct vision, obtained by the formula
a = p — \) in which p represents the near point or punctum proximum,
and r the far point or punctum remotissimum.
Refraction (Lat. refrango, to break). The passive power possessed by the eye
of bringing certain rays of light to a focus on the retina.
Retina (Lat. rete, a net). The expansion of the optic nerve.
Retinal asthenopia. See hyperesthesia retinae.
Retinitis. Inflammation of the retina. R. albuminurica, retinitis as result
of Bright's disease. R. apoplectica, r. with extravasation of blood into retina.
R. diabetica, r. from diabetes. R. lencmmica, r. from leucocythemia. R.
nephritica, same as r. albuminurica. R. nyctalopia, same as nyctalopia.
Retino-choroiditis. Inflammation of retina and choroid.
R. E. V. Contraction for right eye vision.
Ruptura choroideae. Rupture of the choroid.
R. V. Right vision. See vision.
Sclera, Sclerotic (Gr. o-U^ftos, hard). The outer or fibrous tunic of the eye.
Sclerectasia posterior (from sclera, and sxraatx, distension). Distension of
the sclerotic, posteriorly ; posterior staphyloma.
Scleritis. Inflammation of the sclera.
Sclerotico-choroiditis anterior. Inflammation of the sclera and choroid,
anteriorly.
Sclerotico-choroiditis posterior. Same as sclerectasia posterior.
334 GLOSSARY.

Sclerotomy (from sclera, and rtiivu), to cut). Incision of the sclerotic, near
the selero-corneal junction.
Scotomata (Gr. itzoto~, darkness). Fixed opacities in field of vision.
Serpiginous Ulcer (Lat. serpo, to creep). Superficial spreading ulceration of
the cornea.
Short sight. Myopia.
Snellen. Snellen's test type. The letters are square and their size increases in
a definite ratio, so that each number is seen at an angle of five minutes ;
No. 1 should be seen at 1 foot, No. 2 at 2 feet, etc.
Spasm of accommodation. Spasmodic action of ciliary muscle.
Sphincter pupillse. The circular muscular fibres of the iris.
Squint. See strabismus.
Staphyloma comeae (Gr. ara<pukri, a grape). Bulging of the cornea.
Staphyloma comeSe et iridis. Bulging of cornea with displacement of iris
forward.
Staphyloma sclerae anterior. Bulging of the sclera, near the cornea.
Stauungs papille. A form of optic neuritis, characterized by great swelling
and engorgement of the optic disc ; ascending neuritis ; choked disc.
Stenopaic glasses. Spectacles which exclude more or less of the peripheral
rays of light.
Stillicidium lachrymarum (Lat. stiila, a drop ; eado, to fall down.) Overflow
of tears from stricture of lachrymal duct.
Stilling's operation. An operation for division of strictures in the nasal duct.
Strabismus (Gr. at(ia^c%u)y to squint). Abnormal deviation of the visual lines
not dependent on paralysis nor displacement of the eyeball. Convergent s.,
visual line deviates to inner side of object. Divergent s., visual line deviates
to outer side of object. Concomitant s., simple strabismus.
Strictura ductus lachrymalis. Stricture of the lachrymal duct.
Sub-choroideal. Beneath the choroid.
Sub-conjunctival ecchymosis. Extravasation of blood beneath the conjunc
tiva.
Sub-orbital. Below the orbit.
Superciliary ridge. The bony ridge of the eyebrow.
Symblepharon (Gr. aov, together ; /9/Ufapuv, the eyelid). Adhesion of the
eyelid to the eyeball.
Synchysis scintillans (Gr. auvyeo), to confound). Sparkling bodies in the
vitreous ; sparkling synchysis.
Syndectomy. Excision of a circular band of conjunctiva around the cornea.
T. Abbreviation for intraocular tension.
Tarsoraphia (tarsus; pa<prh a suture). An operation for uniting the edges of
the lids by sutures.
Tenotomy (Gr. zevov, a tendon ; ts/mvw, to cut). Division of the tendon of a
muscle.
Tension. See intraocular tension.
Tinea tarsi. Blepharitis marginalis.
Tn., T+l, T+2. See intraocular tension.
Trachoma (Gr. rpaXuS, rough). A variety of conjunctivitis characterized by
 GLOSSARY. 335

granular condition of inner surface of eyelids.

Trichiasis (Gr. 0/nS, animal hair). Ingrowing eyelashes.
Ulcus comeae. Ulcer of the cornea.
Uveal tract (Lat. uva, a grape). The vascular tunic of the eye, iris, ciliary
body and choroid ; so called from its dark color.
Veruca. A wart.
Vision. The power of perceiving external objects by means of the eye. The
degree of vision is expressed by a fraction in which the denominator repre
sents the number of the test type, and the numerator the distance of the eye
from the test. Thus v.=§§ is perfect vision, v.=4g is one-half vision, etc.
Visual line. An imaginary line drawn from the macula lutea to the object
viewed. x
Vitreous humor (Lat. vitrum, glass). A jelly-like fluid forming about 4 of the
eyeball and filling the space between the lens and optic nerve.
Xerophthalmia. I (3r. CW'S, dry). Dryness of the cornea and conjunc-
Xerosis conjunctivae. i tiva from atrophy.
 INDEX.

Abscess of the cornea, 256 Asthenopia, retinal, 302

" " " lid, 202 Astigmatism, 315
Accommodation, 311 " irregular, 315
Accommodative asthenopia, 321 Atrophv of optic nerve, 304
Acetic acid, 17 6 " retina, 304
Acne ciliaris, 204 Atropine, 38
Aconite, 18 Aurum, 40
Adhesion of edges of lids, 254 Avena sativa, 256
" " " lids to eyeball, 254
Agaricus, 20
Albuminuric retinitis, 299 Bacon, C. A., 38, 161, 172
Alcohol in croupous conjunctivitis, 234 Badiago, 44
Allen, T. F., 20, 21, 22, 26, 29, 32, 36, Bandaging, 257, 274
37, 38, 42, 43, 44, 53, 62, 65, 73, 76, Baryta carb., 44
87, 95, 102, 103, 107, 108, 109, 124, '' iod.,45
129, 137, 140, 141, 142, 152, 154, Basedow's disease, 195
155, 159, 162, 165, 167, 169, 171, Belladonna, 45
179, 184, 190 Blennorrhcea of the lachrymal sac, 199
Allium cepa, 22 Blepharadenitis, 204
Alum en exsiccatum, 22 Blepharitis acute, 202
•' angular, 204
Alumina, 22
Amaurosis, 305 " chronic, 204
Amblyopia, 305 " ciliary, 204
" potatorum, 305 " marginal, 204
" from use of tobacco, 305 " tarsal, 204
Ammonium carb., 24 Blepharospasms, 219
Amotio retinse, 303 Bceninghausen, 24, 25
Amyl nitrit., 25 Boileau, 216
Ansemia of choroid, 21 Boracic acid, 200, 230
" " optic nerve, 21 Boyle, C. C, 36, 56
" " retina, 301 Boynton, F. H., 88, 127
Ansesthesia of retina, 305 Brachymetropia, 311
Ankyloblepharon, 254 Bryonia, 50
Angell, H. C, 52, 303 Buffum, J. H., 23, 34, 67, 68, 76, 80, 88,
Angular blepharitis, 204 96, 100, 111, 129, 130, 143
Anterior synechise, 282 Burdick, S. P., 223
Antimonium crud., 26 Burns of lids, 222
Apis mel., 26 " " conjunctiva, 254
Apoplectic retinitis, 300 Butler, John, 80
Apoplexia retinse, 300
Areolar choroiditis, 286 Cactus grand., 52
Argentum met., ,29 •Calcarea carb., 52
, " nit., 30 " hypophos., 55
Arnica, 33 " iod., 55
Arsenicum, 34 .■ phos., 56
Arum triph., 38 Calendula, 57
Asafcetida, 38 Campbell, J. A., 171
Asarum, 38 Cannabis ind., 57
Asthenopia, 321 " sativa, 57
" accommodative, 321 Cantharis, 59
" muscular, 321 Capsulitis purulenta, 94
338 INDEX.

Carbo vegetabilis, 59 Conjunctivitis trachoma, et pannns, 236

Carbolic acid, 60 " traumatic, 251
Caries of the orbit, 193 Contraction of pupil, 283
Cataract, 308 Contusion of lids, 221
Catarrh of lachrymal sac, 199 Convergent squint, 320
Catarrhal conjunctivitis, 223 Cornea, 256
Causticum, 60 Cosmoline, 137
Cedron, 63 Crocus sat., 73
Cellulitis orbita;, 194 Crotalus horr., 74
Chalazion, 216 Croton tig., 75
Chamomilla, 63 Croupous conjunctivitis, 234
Chelidonium maj., 64 Cundurango, 76
Chemical injuries of conjunctiva, 254 Cuprum acet., 76
Chimaphila uinb., 65 " alum., 76
China, 65 sulph., 77
Chininum mur., 66 Cyclitis, 285
sulph., 66 Cysticercus in vitreous, 310
Chloralum, 67
Chlorine, 229, 232, 235, 257 Dacryoadenitis, 198
Chloroform, 196 Dacryocystitis blenn., 199
Chorio-retinitis, 286 cat., 199
" " circumscripta seu cen phlegmon., 198
tralis, 286 Day-blindness, 307
Chorio-retinitis dissem. syph., 286 Deady, Charles, 78, 94, 99, 137, 171
Choroid, 286 Deformitates ingenitse palp., 222
Choroiditis, 286 Descemetitis, 268, 274
" areolar, 286 Detachment of the retina, 303
' disseminate, 286 Diabetic retinitis, 300
" metastatic, 289 Diffuse keratitis, 266
parenchymatous, 289 Digitalis, 77
" plastic, 286 Dilatation of the pupil, 283
serous, 286 Diphtheritic conjunctivitis, 234
suppurative, 289 Dislocation of the lens, 309
Cicuta vir., 67 Disseminate choroiditis, 280
Ciliarv blepharitis, 204 Distichiasis, 219
" . bodv, 285 Divergent strabismus, 320
" neuralgia, 324 Drooping of the lid, 218
Cimicifuga, 67 Dryness of the cornea and conjunc
Cina, 68 tiva, 252
Cinnabaris, 69 Duboisia, 77
Clematis, 70 Dudgeon, R. E., 44, 83
Cod liver oil, 256 Dunham, Carroll, 111, 190
Coloboma of lids, 222 Dyer, 315
Colocynth, 70 Dyer's exercise, 315
Comocladia, 71
Concomitant squint, 320 Ecchymosis of conjunctiva, 251
Congenital malformations of lids, 222 " " lids, 221
Conical cornea, 269 Ectopia lentis, 309
Conium mac., 71 Ectropion, 220
Conjunctiva, 223 Eczema of lids, 204
Conjunctivitis acute, 223 Electricity, 80
" catarrhal ac. and chr., 223 Electrolysis, 200
" croupous, 234 Embolism of central artery of retina, 302
" diphtheritic, 234 Emphysema of lids, 202
" follicular, 236 Entropion, 220
• " phlyctenular, 241 Epicanthus, 222
" purulent, 229 Epiphora, 199
pustular, 241 Episcleritis, 271
" trachoma, ac. and chr., 236 Epithelioma of lids, 215
 INDEX. 339
Erysipelas of lids, 212 Hyalitis, 309
Erythema " " 202 Hydrocotyle asiatica, 95
Eserine, 143 Hydrops retina;, 303
Eupatorium perf., 81 Hyoscyamus, 95
Euphrasia, 81 Hvpersemia of the choroid, 286
Eversion of lid, 220 " " " conjunctiva, 223
Exanthemata of lids, 215 " " eye', 52, 88
Exunthematous ophthalmia, 241 " " " optic nerve, 296
Exophthalmic goitre, 195 " " " retina, 296
Exophthalmus, 96, 184 Hyperesthesia of the retina, 302
Eye tension, 293 Hypericum, 95
Hypermetropia, 314
Faradization, 80 Hyperopia, 314
Farsightedness, 314 Hypertrophy of the conjunctiva, 253
Ferrtim, 84 Hypopyon, 256
Ferrum acet., 84
Ferrum iod., 84 Ice, 194, 197> 198, 202, 223, 230, 234,
Fistula lachrymalis, 201 237, 270, 273, 274, 284, 290.
Fluoric acid, 84 Idiopathic iritis, 274
Follicular conjunctivitis, 236 Ignatia, 96
Foreign body in ciliary body, 285 Increased eye tension, 293
" " " conjunctiva, 254 Indurations of lids, 216
" " cornea, 270 Inflammation of cellular tissue of orbit,
" " iris, 284 194
" " " sclera, 273 Inflammation of ciliary body, 285
" " " vitreous, 310 " " choroid, 286
Fowler, W. P., 19, 28, 47, 57, 68, 97, " conjunctiva, 223, 234,
102, 120, 182, 190. 236, 241, 251
Inflammation of cornea, 241, 256, 266
Galvanism, 80 " " whole eye, 289
Gelsemium, 84 " iris, 274
Gilbert, H., 42 " " lachrvmal gland, 198
Glaucoma, 293 " '.' sac, 198, 199
Gonorrheal ophthalmia, 229 " lids, 202, 204
Granular lids, 236 " " optic nerve, 296
Graphites, 88 " retina, 296, 299, 300,
Grapho-vaseline, 206 301
Inflammation of sclera, 271
Half vision, 306 " " vitreous humor, 309
Hamamelis, virg., 91 Ingrowing eyelashes, 219
Heinigke, C., 76 Injuries of ciliary body, 285
Hepar sulph., 92 Injuries of conjunctiva, 254
Hemeralopia, 306 " " cornea, 270
Hemiopia, 306 " eye, 33, 57, 91
Hemorrhage in aqueous humor, 284 " " iris, 284
" " choroid, 292 " lids, 221
" conjunctiva, 251 " " orbit, 197
" eve', 33, 74, 91, 108 " " sclera, 273
" lids, 221 Insufficiency of the internal recti, 321
" " optic nerve, 302 Interstitial keratitis, 266
" retina, 300 Inversion of lids, 220
" " vitreous humor, 310 Ipecac, 97
Hemorrhagic retinitis, 300 Iridectomy, 272, 275, 281, 283, 290,
Hering, G, 84 293
Herpes of cornea, 241 Irido-choroiditis ac. and chr., 281
Herpes zoster orbitalis, 215 " " serous, 274, 286
Herpes zoster supra-orbitalis, 215 " " syph., 281
Hordeolum, 214 " " supp., 289
Hunt, D. B., 33, 144, 172 Irido-cyclitis, 281
340 INDEX.

Iris, 274 Lilium tig., 110

Iritis, 274 Lippe, Ad., 228
" idiopathic, 274 Lithium carb., Ill
" recnrrent, 274 Lupus of lids, 215
" rheumatic, 274 Luxation of lens, 309
" serous, 274 Lycopodium, 111
" suppurative, 274 Lycopus virg., 113
" spongy, 274
" sympathetic, 274 Maculse corn., 268
" syphilitic, 274 Macrotin, 68
" traumatic, 274 Magnet, 273
Isciuemia of retina, 301 Marginal blepharitis, 204
McGuire, D. J., 131, 185
Jaborandi, 98 Melanoma corn., 254
Mercurial ointment, 204
Kali bich., 101 Mercurialis per., 113
• " carb., 103 Mercurius corr., 114
" iod., 103 dulc, 116
" mur., 106 iod. flav., 117
Kulmia lat., 107 " ruber, 119
Keratitis, 256 " nitr., 120
" diffuse. 266 " prsec. flav., 120
" interstitial, 266 " rub., 121
" pannosa, 256 sol., 122
" parenohvm., 266 Metastatic choroiditis, 289
phlyct., 241, 266 Mezereum, 125
punctate, 268, 274 Moffat, John L., 95
" pustular, 241 Morbid nictitation, 219
" superficial, 256 Morbus Basedowii, 195
" suppurative, 256 Muriatic acid, 126
" traumatic, 266 Musese volitantes, 309
" ulcerative, 256 Muscles, 316
Kcratoconus, 269 Muscular asthenopia, 321
Kerntoglobus, 269 Mydriasis, 283
Korato-iritis, 268 Myodesopsia, 309
Knpiopia hysterica, 321 Myopia, 311
Kii'osoto, 107 Myosis, 283
Myotomy, 293
I jtK'liOHIH, 108
Imchmual apparatus, 198 Natrum carb., 126
•.' listula, 201 - " mur., 126
Lii'sionos eonj., 254 " salicyl., 130
" oorp. cil., 285 " sulph., 130
" corn., 270 Nearsightedness, 311
" iris, 284 Necrosis of orbit, 193
orb., 197 Nephritic retinitis, 299
" palp., 221 Nerves, 316
" sclera, 273 Neuralgia cil., 324
hii.'lio arid, 109 Neuralgia supra-orb., 324
Uujueiir, 143 Neuritis optic, 296
I ..iliiiii pal., 109 Neuro-retinitis, 296
Lena, 308 Nictitation morbid, 219
Uimwmic retinitis, 301 Night-blindness, 306
l.tMicoma, 268 Nitrate of silver, 301
Lewis, V. l'ark,87, 96 Nitric acid, 130
Lids, 202 Norton, C. R., 27
Uehold, ('. Th., 22, 32, 45, 61, 74, 84, Nux mosch., 131
120, 145, 164, 172, 182, 185, 247, Nux vom., 131
970 Nyctalopia, 307
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Nystagmus, 318 Plastic choroiditis, 286
Polypi of conjunctiva, 254
O'Connor, J. T., 74, 146 Posterior staphyloma, 291
fEdema of lids, 202 " synechia?, 282
Old sight, 313 Presbyopia, 313
Opacities of cornea, 268 Prismatic glasses, 316
" vitreous, 309 Probing of lachrymal duct, 199
Ophthalmia catarrhalis, 223 Prunus spinosa, 146
exantheni., 241 Psorinum, 147
" gonorrh., 229 Pterygium, 253
" neoriatorum, 229 Ptosis, 218
phlyctenularis, 241 Pulsatilla, 148
purulenta, 229 Purulent capsulitis, 94
" pustulosa, 241 " conjunctivitis, 229
scrofulosa, 241 " iritis, 274
svmpathica, 281 Pustular keratitis, 241
tarsi, 204 " ophthalmia, 241
traumatica, 251 Pustules on conjunctiva, 241
Opium, 136 " " cornea, 241
Optic nerve, 296 " lids, 204
" neuritis, 296
Opticc-ciliary neurotomy, 282 Ranunculus bulb., 154
Orbit, 193 Recurrent iritis, 274
Orbital cellulitis, 194 Refraction, 311
Oscillation of eyeballs, 318 Retina, 296
Retinal asthenopia, 302
Pannus, 236, 256 Retinitis, 296
Panophthalmitis, 289 " albuminuria, 299
Paracentesis of cornea, 258, 275, 290 " apoplectica, 300
Paralysis of accommodation, 316 " diabetica, 300
" " ciliary muscle, 316 " hemorrhagica, 300
" " external rectus, 316 " leucsemica, 300
" " iris, 316 " nephritica, 299
" muscles, 316 " nyctalopia, 307
" " nerv. abducens, 316 " pigmentosa, 301
" " " oc. motor., 316 Retino-choroiditis, 286
" " superior oblique, 316 Rheumatic iritis, 274
rectus, 316 Rhododendron, 154
Paralytic squint, 316 Rhus tox., 155
Parenchymatous choroiditis, 289 Rhus rad., 159
" keratitis, 266 Rupture of the choroid, 295
Paris quad., 137 Ruta grav., 159
Payr, 34, 49, 63, 94, 152, 179.
Periostitis orb., 193 Ssemisch's incision, 257
Petroleum, 137 Sanguinaria, 160
Phillips, W. A., 85, 137 Santonine, 69
Phosphoric acid, 142 Sarcoma of the lids, 215
Phosphorus, 139 Scalds of the lids, 222
Phlegmonous inflammation of lachry Sclera, 271
mal sac, 198 Sclerectasia post., 291
Phlyctenular conjunctivitis, 241 Scleritis, 271
" keratitis, 241, 266 Sclero-choroiditis ant., 271
" ophthalmia, 241 Sclero-corneal formation, 118
Phtheiriasis cil., 204 Sclerotico-choroiditis post., 291
Physostigma, 142 Sclerotomy, 293
Phytolacca, 144 Scrofulous ophthalmia, 241
Pigmentary retinitis, 301 Searle, W. S., 37, 91
Pilocarpine, 317 i Secale corn., 161
Plantago major, 145 ' Senega, 161
342 INDEX.

Sepia, 162 Thuja, 183

Serous choroiditis, 286 Tinea tarsi, 204
" iritis, 274 Tobacco amblyopia, 305
Silicea, 165 Torpor retinse, 305
Spasm of accommodation, 318 Trachoma, 236
" " lids, 219 " et pannus, 236
" " muscles of eye, 318 Traumatic conjunctivitis, 251
" " ciliary muscle, 318 " iritis, 274
Spectacles, 312, 313, 314, 315, 320, 321. keratitis, 251, 266
Spigelia, 168 " ophthalmia, 251
Spongia, 171 Trichiasis, 219
Spongy iritis, 274 Tumors malignant, 215
Squilla, 171 " non-malignant, 216
Squint, 320 " of choroid, 292
Squint concomitant, 320 " " conjunctiva, 254
" paralytic, 316, 320 " " cornea, 271
Stannum, 171 " iris, 284
Staphisagria, 172 " lid, 216
Staphyloma of cornea and iris, 269 " " optic nerve, 307
" post., 291 " " orbit, 197
" sclera: ant., 272 " retina, 307
Stilling's operation, 199 " sub-choroid, 44
Stings of lids, 222
Strabismus, 320 Ulceration of the cornea, 256
" convergens, 320 " " lids, 28
" divergens, 320 " " " syphilitic, 215
Stricture of the lachrymal duct, 199 Ulcerative keratitis, 256
Strychnia, 136 Ulcers of cornea, 256
Styes, 214 " " lid, malignant, 215
Sulphur, 172
iod., 180 Vaseline, 206
Superficial keratitis, 256 Vascular elevation on cornea, 36
Suppuration of cornea, 256 Veratrum viride, 184
Suppurative choroiditis, 289, Verucse, 216
" iritis, 274 Vitreous humor, 309
• keratitis, 256
Supra-orbital neuralgia, 324 Wanstall, Alfred, 23, 26, 58, 96, 97,
Symblepharon, 254 104, 118, 132, 140, 154, 162, 190
Sympathetic iritis, 274 Warmth, 194, 198, 202, 256, 274, 290
" irritation, 179 Warts on the lids and brows, 216
" ophthalmia, 281 Weakness of accommodation, 321
Synchysis, 309 " " internal recti, 321
" scintillans, 309 ': " external " 88,316
Syndectomy, 256 Winslow, W. H., 21
Synechise ant. and post., 282 Woodvatt, W. H., 32, 45, 69, 88, 107,
Syphilinum, 180 110, 111, 118, 129, 136, 143, 164
Syphilitic choroiditis, 286 Wounds of ciliary body, 285
" irido-choroiditis, 281 " " conjunctiva, 254
" iritis, 274 " " cornea, 270
" retinitis, 298 " " iris, 284
" " lids, 221
Tabacum, 180 " " orbit, 197
Tannin, 237 " " sclera, 273
Tarsal blepharitis, 204
Tellurium, 180 Xerophthalmia, 252
Tenotomy of muscles, 316, 318, 320, 321 Xerosis cornese, 252
Terebinth, 181
Thomas, C. M., 32, 54, 87, 88, 121, 183, Zincum, 188
252 " sulph., 190
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Monthly Homoeopathic Review.
BECKER, DR. A. C. Dentition, according to some of the best
and latest German authorities. 82 pages. l2mo. Cloth, . 50 cts.
BECKER, DR. A. C. Diseases of the Eye, treated homceopathi-
cally. From the German. 77 pages. 12mo. Cloth. Out of print.
BELL, DR. JAMES B. The Homoeopathic Therapeutics of
Diarrhoea, Dysentery, Cholera, Cholera Morbus, Cholera In
fantum, and all other loose evacuations of the bowels. io8
Second edition by Drs. Bell 'and Laird. 275 pages. 12mo. Cloth, $1.50
This little book had a very large sale, and but few physicians' offices will be found with
out it. The work was, without exception, very highly commended by the homoeopathic
press.
BERJEAU, J. PH. The Homoeopathic Treatment of Syphilis,
Gonorrhoea, Spermatorrhoea, and Urinary Diseases. Revised.
with numerous additions, by J. H. P. Frost, M.D. 256 pages. 12mo.
Cloth, $1 50
" This work is unmistakably the production of a practical man. It is short, pithy, and
contains a vast deal of sound practical instruction. The diseases are briefly described ; the
directions for treatment are succinct and summary. It is a book which might with profit
be consulted by all practitioners of homoeopathy."—North American Journal.
BREYFOGLE, DR. W. L. Epitome of Homoeopathic Medi
cines. 383 pages, .• • . $1 25
Interleaved with writing paper. Half morocco, . . . . $2 25
We quote from the author's preface :
" It has been my aim, throughout, to arrange in as concise form as possible, the leading
symptoms of all well-established provings. To accomplish this, I have compared Lippe's
Mat. Med.; the Symptomen-Codex ; Jah^s Epitome; Brenninghausen's Therapeutic Pocket-
Book, and Hale's New Remedies."
BRYANT, DR. J. A Pocket Manual, or Repertory of Homoeo
pathic Medicine, Alphabetically and Nosologically arranged, which
may bo used as the Physicians' Vade-mecum, the Travellers' Medical Com
panion, or the Family Physician. Containing the Principal Eemedies
for the most important Diseases; Symptoms, Sensations, Characteristics
of Diseases, etc.; with the Principal Pathogenetic Effects of the Medi
cines on the most important Organs and Functions of the Body, togethei
with Diagnosis, Explanation of Technical Terms, Directions for the selec
tion and Exhibition of Remedies, Rules of Diet, etc. Compiled fr"m
the best Homoeopathic authorities. Third edition. 352 pages. 18tno.
Cloth, $1 50
BUTLER, JOHN. A Text-Book of Electro-Therapeutics and
Electro-Surgery, for the Use of Students and General Prac
titioners. By John Butler, M.D., L.R.C.P.E., L.R.C.S.I., etc., etc.
Second edition, revised and enlarged. 350 pages. 8vo. Cloth, $3.00
"Butler's work gives with exceptional thoroughness all details of the latest researches on
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Electricity, which powerful agent has a great future, and rightly demands our most earnest
consideration. But Homoeopathia especially must hail with delight the advent from out
the ranks of her apostles of a writer of John Butler's ability. His book will also find a
large circle of non-homoeopathic readers, since it does not conflict with the tenets of any
therapeutic sect, and particular care has been bestowed on the technical part of electro-
therapeia."—Homaopathiache Rundschau.

DAKE, DR. WM. O. Patliology and Treatment of Diphtheria.

By Wm. C. Dake, M.D., of Nashville, Tenn. 55 pages; 8vo. Paper, 50 cts.
This interesting monograph was enlarged from a paper read at the Third
Annual Meeting of the Homoeopathic Society of Tennessee, held at Mem
phis, September 19, 1877.
It gives a report of one hundred and seventy-six cases treated during a
period of eleven months. It well repays a careful perusal.
DUNHAM, CARROLL, A.M., M.D. Homoeopathy the Science
of Therapeutics. A collection of papers elucidating and illustrating
the principles of homoeopathy. 529 pages. 8vo. Cloth, . . $3 00
Half morocco, $4 00
" After reading this work no one will attempt to justify the practice of alternation of
remedies. It is simply the lazy man's expedient to escape close thinking or to cover his
ignorance. The one remedy alone can be accurate and scientific ; a second or third only
complicates and spoils the case, and will inevitably ruin a good reputation. But to come to
more practical matters, more than one-half of this volume is devoted to a careful analysis of
various drug-provings. It teaches us Materia Medica after a new fashion, so that a fool can
understand, not only the full measure of usefulness, but also the limitations which surround
the drug. . . . We ought to give an illustration of his method of analysis, but space
forbids. Wo can only urge the thoughtful and studious to obtain the book, which they will
esteem as second only to the Organon in its philosophy and learning."— The American
Homceopathist.

DUNHAM, CARROLL, A.M., M.D. Lectures on Materia Medica.

858 pages. 8vo. Cloth, •. $5 00
Half morocco, $6 00
. . . "Vol. I is adorned with a most perfect likeness of Dr. Dunham, upon which
stranger and friend will gaze with pleasure. To one skilled in the science of physiognomy
there will be 6een the unmistakable impress of the great soul that looked so long and stead
fastly out of its fair windows. But our readers will be chiefly concerned with the contents
of these two books. They are even better than their embellishments. They are chiefly
such lectures on Materia Medica as Dr. Dunham alone knew how to write. They are pre
ceded quite naturally by introductory lectures, which he was accustomed to deliver to his
classes on general therapeutics, on rules which should guide us in studying drugs, and on
the therapeutic law. At the close of Vol. II we have several papers of great interest, but
the most important fact of all is that we have here over fifty of our leading remedies pre
sented in a method which belonged peculiarly to the author, as one of the most successful
teachers our school has yet produced. . . . Blessed will be the library they adorn, and
wise the man or woman into whose mind their light shall shine."—Cincinnati Medical Ad
vance.

EGGERT, DR. W. The Homoeopathic Therapeutics of Uterine

and Vaginal Discharges. 543 pages. 8vo. Half morocco, $3 50
The author brought here together in an admirable and comprehensive
arrangement everything published to dato on the subject in the whole
homoeopathic literature, besides embodying his own abundant personal ex
perience. The contents, divided into eight parts, are arranged as follows :
Part I. Treats on Menstruation and Dysmenorrhea; Part II. Menor
rhagia; Part III. Amenorrhea; Part IV. Abortion and Miscarriage; Part V.
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Metrorrhagia ; Part VI. Fluor albus ; Part VII. Lochia ; and Part Villi
General Concomitants. No work as complete as this, on the subject, was
ever before attempted, and we feel assured that it will meet with great
favor by the profession.
"The book is a counterpart of Bell on Diarrhoea, and Dunham on Whooping-cough.
Synthetics, Diagnosis and Pathology are left out as not coming within the scope of the work.
The author in his preface says: Remedies and their symptoms are left out, and the symp
toms and their remedies have received sole attention—that is what the busy practitioner
wants. The work is one of the essentials in a library."—American Observer.
" A most exhaustive treatise, admirably arranged, covering all that is known of therapeu
tics in this important department."—Homoeopathic Times.

GUERNSEY, DR. H. N. The Application of the Principles and

Practice of Homoeopathy to Obstetrics and the Disorders Pe
culiar to Women and Young Children. By Henry N. Guernsey.
M.D., Professor of Obstetrics and Diseases of Women and Children in the
Ilomoeopathic Medical College of Pennsylvania, etc., etc. With numerous
Illustrations. Third edition, revised, enlarged, and greatly improved.
1004 pages. 8vo. Half morocco, $8 00
This standard work, with the numerous improvements and additions, is the most com
plete and comprehensible work on the subject in the .English language. Of the previous
editions, almost four thousand copies are in the hands of the profession, and of this third
edition a goodly number have already been taken up. There are few other professional
works that can boast of a like popularity, and with all new improvements and experiences
diligently collected and faithfully incorporated into each successive edition, this favorite
work will retain its hold on the high esteem it is held in by the profession, for years to come.
It is superfluous to add that it was and is used from its first appearance as a text-book at the
homoeopathic colleges.

GUERNSEY, DR. E. Homoeopathic Domestic Practice. With

Full Descriptions to the Doso to each single Case. Containing also
Chapters on Anatomy, Physiology, Hygiene, and an abridged Materia
Medica. Tenth enlarged, revised, and improved edition. 653 pages.
Half leather, • . . . $2 50

GUERNSEY, DR. W. E. The Traveller's Medical Repertory and

Family Adviser for the Homoeopathic Treatment of Acute
Diseases. 36 pages. Cloth, 30 cts.
This little work has been arranged with a view to represent in as compact a manner as
possible all the diseases—or rather disorders—which the non-professional would attempt to
prescribe for, it being intended only for the treatment of simple or acute diseases, or to allay
the suffering in maladies of a more serious nature until a homoeopathic practitioner can be
summoned.

HAHNEMANN, DR. S. The Lesser Writings of. Collected and

Translated by E. E. Dudgeon, M.D. With a Preface and Notes by E.
Marcy, M.D. With a Steel Engraving of Hahnemann from the statue
of Steinhauser. 784 pages. Half bound, . . . • . . $3 00
This valuable work contains a large number of Essays, of great interest to laymen as well
as medical men, upon Diet, the Prevention of Diseases, Ventilation of Dwellings. etc. As
many of these papers were written before the discovery of the homoeopathic theory of cure,
the reader will be enabled \r peruse in this volume the ideas of a gigantic intellect when di
rected to subjects of general and practical interest.
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HAHNEMANN, DR. S. Organon of the Art of Healing. By

Samuel Hahnemann. Audc Sapere. Fifth American edition, translated
from the Fifth German edition, by C. Wesselhozft, M.D. 244 pages.
8vo. Cloth, . $1 75
This fifth edition of " Hahnemann Organon " has a history. So many
complaints were made again and again of the incorrectness and cumber
some style of former and existing editions to the publishers, that, yielding
to the pressure, they promised to destroy the plates of the fourth edition,
and to bring out an entire re-translation in 1876, the Centennial year. After
due consideration, and on the warm recommendation of Dr. Constantine
Hering and others, the task of making this re-translation was confided to
Dr. C. Wesselhceft, and the result of years of labor is now before the pro
fession, who will be best able themselves to judge how well he succeeded
in acquitting himself of the difficult task.
" To insure a correct rendition of the text of the author, they (the publishers) selected as
his translator Dr. Conrad Wesselhceft, of Boston, an educated physician in every respect,
and from his youth up perfectly familiar with the English and German languages, than
whom no better selection could have been made." "That he has made, as he himself de
clares, ' an entirely new and independent translation of the whole work,' a careful compari
son of the various paragraphs, notes, etc., with those contained in previous editions, gives
abundant evidence; and while he has, so far as was possible, adhered strictly to the letter of
Hahnemann's text, he has at the same time given a pleasantly flowing rendition that avoids
the harshness of a strictly literal translation." —Hahnemannian Monthly.

HALE, DR. E. M. Lectures on Diseases of the Heart. In Three

Parts. Part I. Functional Disorders of the Heart. Part II. Inflamma
tory Affections of the Heart. Part HI. Organic Diseases of the Heart.
Second enlarged edition. 248 pages. Cloth, . . . . $1 75

HALE, DR. E. M. Materia Medica and Special Therapeutics of

the New Remedies. Fourth edition, revised and enlarged. In two
Volumes.
Vol. I. Special Symptomatology. With new Botanical and Pharmaco
logical Notes. 672 pages. Cloth $5 00
Vol. II. Special Therapeutics. With Illustrative Clinical Cases. 900
pages. Second enlarged edition. Cloth, . . . . $5 00
N. B.—Same in half morocco, per Volume, .... $6 00
c
"Dr. Hale's work on Netv Remedies is one both well known and much appreciated on this
side of the Atlantic. For many medicines of considerable value we are indebted to his re
searches. In the present edition, the symptoms produced by the drug investigated, and
those which they have been observed to cure, are separated from the clinical observations,
by which the former have been confirmed. That this volume contains a very large amount
of invaluable information is incontestable, and that every effort has been made to secure
both fulness of detail and accuracy of statement, is apparent throughout. For these reasons
we can confidently commend Dr. Hale's fourth edition of his well-known work on the New
Remedies to our homoeopathic colleagues." —Monthly Homoeopathic Review.
" We do not hesitate to say that by these publications Dr. Hale rendered an inestimable
service to homoeopathy, and thereby to the art of medicine. ' The school of Hahnemann in
every country owes him hearty thanks for all this; and allopathy is beginning to share our
gain.' The author is given credit for having in this fourth edition corrected the mistake
for which the third one had been taxed rather severely, by restoring in Vol. II the ' special
therapeutics,' instead of the 'characteristics' of the third edition." —British Journal of Ho
moeopathy.
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HALE, DR. E. M. The Medical, Surgical, and Hygienic Treat

ment of Diseases ofWomen, especially those causing Sterility,
the Disorders and Accidents of Pregnancy, and Painful and
Difficult Labor. By Edwin M. Hale, M.D., Professor of Materia
Medica and Therapeutics in the Chicago Homoeopathic College, etc., etc.
Second enlarged edition. 378 pages. 8vo. Cloth, . . . $2 50
"This new work embodies the observations and experience of the author during twenty-five
years of active and extensive practice, and is designed to supplement rather than supersede
kindred works. The arrangement of the subjects treated is methodical and convenient ; the
introduction containing an article inserted by permission of Dr. Jackson, of Chicago, the
author upon the ovular and ovulatien theory of menstruation, which contains all the obser
vations of practical importance known on this subject to date. The diseases causing sterility
are fully described, and the medical, surgical, and hygienic treatment pointed out. The
more generally employed medicines are enumerated, but their special or specific indications
are unfortunately omitted. The general practitioner will find a great many valuable things
for his daily. rounds, and cannot afford to do without the book. The great reputation and
ability of the author are sufficient to recommend the work, and to guarantee an appreciative
reception and large sale."—Hahnemannian Monthly.

HAYWARD, DR. JOHN W. Taking Cold (the Cause of half

our Diseases) : Its Nature, Causes, Prevention and Cure ; its
frequency as a Cause of other Disease, and the Diseases of
which it is the Cause, with their Diagnosis and Treatment.
Fifth edition, enlarged and improved. London, 1875. 188 pages. 18mo.
Cloth, 50cts.
We quote from the author's preface :
" This Essay was originally published under the conviction that, by attention to the di
rections it contains, persons may not only very frequently avoid taking cold, but may them
selves frequently cure a cold at the onset, and thereby prevent the development of many of
those serious diseases that would otherwise follow. The favorable reception it has met with
is a sufficient testimony that it has been found useful."

HELMUTH, DR. W. T. A System of Surgery. Illustrated with

568 Engravings on "Wood. By Wm. Tod Helmuth, M.D. Third edition.
1000 pages. Sheep, $8 50
This third edition of Dr. Helmuth's great work' is already in appearance a great improve
ment over the old edition, it being well printed on fine paper, and well bound. By increas
ing the size of the page, decreasing the size of type, and setting up solid, fully one-half more
printed matter is given than in the previous edition, albeit there are over 200 pages less.
And while the old edition, bound in sheep, was sold at $11.50 by its publishers, this im
proved third edition is now furnished at $3 iess, or for $8.50. The author brought the work
fully up to date, and for an enumeration of some of the more important improvements, we
cannot do better than to refer to Dr. Helmuth's own Preface.

HEMPEL, DR. C. J. The Science of Homoeopathy; or, A Critical

and Synthetical Index of the Doctrines of the Homoeopathic School.
Second edition. 180 pages. Large 8vo. Cloth, . . . $1 75

HEMPEL, DR. C. J., and DR. J. BEAKLEY. Homoeopathic

Theory and Practice. With the Homoeopathic Treatment of Surgi
cal Diseases, designed for Students and Practitioners of Medicine, and
as a Guide for an intelligent public generally. Fourth edition. 1100
pages, $3 OO
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HERING, DR. C. Condensed Materia Medica. Second edition.

More condensed, revised, enlarged, and improved, . . . $7 00
In February, 1877, we were able to announce the completion of Hering's Condensed Ma
teria Medica. The work, as was to be expected, was bought up with avidity by the profes
sion, and already in the Fall of 1878 the author set to work perfecting a second and im
proved edition. By still more condensing many of the remedies, a number of new ones
could be added without much increasing the size emd the price of the work. This new
edition is now ready for the profession, and will be the standard work par excellence for the
practitioner's daily reference.
HEINIGKE, DR. CARL. Pathogenetic Outlines of Homoeo
pathic Drugs. Translated from the German by Emil Tietze, M.D.,
of Philadelphia. 576 pages. 8vo. Cloth, . . . . $3 50
This work, but shortly issued, is already meeting with a large sale and an appreciative
reception. It differs from most works of its class in these respects :
1. That the symptomatic outlines of the various drugs are based exclusively upon the
" pathogenetic" results of provings.
2. That the anatomico-physiological arrangement of the symptoms renders easier the
understanding and survey of the provings.
3. That the pathogenetic pictures drawn of most of the drugs, gives the reader a clearer
idea, and a more exact impression of the action of the various remedies.
Each remedy is introduced with a brief account of its preparation, duration of action, and
antidotes.
HILDEBRANDT, PROF. H. Catarrh of the Female Sexual
Organs. Translated with the addition of the Homoeopathic Treatment,
by S. Lilienthal, M.D., Out of print. s
HOLCOMBE, DR. W. H. Yellow Fever and its Homoeopathic
Treatment, ' 10 cts.
HOLCOMBE, DR. W. H. What is Homoeopathy ? A new expo
sition of great truth. 28 pages. 8vo. Paper cover, per doz., $1.25, 15 cts.
" Prove all things, hold fast that which is good."—«S. Paul.

HOLCOMBE, DR. W. H. How I became a Homoeopath. 28

pages. 8vo. Paper cover, per dozen, $1.25, . . .15 cts.
HOLCOMBE, DR. W. H. Special Report of the Homoeopathic
Yellow Fever Commission, ordered by the American Institute of
Homoeopathy for presentation to Congress. 32 pages. 8vo. Paper,
per 100, $4.00 5 cts.
This Report, written in Dr. Holcombe's masterly manner, is one of the best campaign
documents for homoeopathy. The statistics must convince the most skeptical, and every
homoeopathic practitioner should feel in duty bound to aid in securing its widest possible
circulation.

HOMOEOPATHIC POULTRY PHYSICIAN (Poultry Veterina

rian); or, Plain Directions for the Homoeopathic Treatment of the most
Common Ailments of Fowls, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, and Pigeons, based
on the author's large experience, and compiled from the most reliable
sources, by Dr. Fr. Schroter. Translated from the German. &i pages.
12mo. Cloth, 50 Cts.
We imported hundreds of copies of this work in the original German for our customers,
and as it gave good satisfaction, we thought it advisable to give it an English dress, so as to
make it available to the public generally. The little work sells very fast, and our readers
will doubtless often have an opportunity to draw the attention of their patrons to it.
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HOMCEOPATHIO COOKERY. Second edition. With additions by

a Lady of an American Homoeopathic Physician. Designed chiefly for
the Use of such Persons as are under Homoeopathic Treatment. 176
pages, 50 cts.
HUGHES, DR. R. Manual of Pharmacodynamics. 500 pages.
American reprint out of print. See list of British books.
HUGHES, DR. R. Manual of Therapeutics. 540 pages. American
reprint out of print. See list of British books.
HULL'S JAHR. A New Manual of Homoeopathic Practice,
Edited, with Annotations and Additions, by F. G. Snelling, M.D. Sixth
American edition. With an Appendix of the New Eemedies, by C. J.
Hempel, M.D. 2 vols. 2076 pages, . . . . . . $9 00
The first volume, containing the symptomatology, gives the complete pathogenesis of two
hundred and eighty-seven remedies, besides a large number of new remedies are added by
Dr. Hempel, in the appendix. The second volume contains an admirably arranged Reper
tory. Each chapter is accompanied by copious clinical remarks and the concomitant symp
toms of the chief remedies for the malady treated of, thus imparting a mass of information,
rendering the work indispensable to every student and practitioner of medicine.
JAHR, DR. G. H. G. Therapeutic Guide ; the most Important Re
sults of more than Forty Years' Practice. With Personal Observations
regarding the truly reliable and practically verified Curative Indications
in actual cases of disease. Translated, with Notes and New Eemedies,
by C. J. Hempel, M.D. 546 pages, . . . . . $3 OO
"With this characteristically long title, the veteran and indefatigable Jahr gives us
another volume of homoeopathies. Besides the explanation of its purport contained in the
title itself, the author's preface still further sets forth its distinctive aim. It is intended, he
says, as a 'guide to beginners, where I only indicate the most important and decisive points
for the selection of a remedy, and where I do not ofler anything but what my own individual
experience, during a practice of forty years, has enabled me to verify as absolutely decisive in
choosing the proper remedy.' The reader, will easily comprehend that, in carrying out' this
plan, I had rigidly to exclude all cases concerning which I had no experience of my own to
offer We are bound to say that the book itself is agreeable, chatty, and full of
practical observation. It may be read straight through with interest, and referred to in the
treatment of particular cases with advantage." —British Journal of Homoeopathy.

JAHR, DR. G. H. G. Clinical Guide, or Pocket Repertory for

the Treatment of Acute and Chronic Diseases.. Translated by
C. J. Hempel, M.D. Second American revised and enlarged edition.
From the third German edition, enriched by the addition of the New
Eemedies. By S. Lilienthal, M.D. 624 pages. 12mo. Balf mo
rocco. Out of print. $2 50
"To those of our readers who have used the old edition, nothing need be said to induce
them to procure a copy of the new. To others, however, we feel free to state that as a
volume of ready reference to lie on the office desk, or be used at the bedside, it is very valu
able, and will save many tedious and distracting hunts through the symptomen coda. The
typographical execution of the book is excellent."— Hahnemannum Monthly.
JAHR, DR. G. H. G. The Homoeopathic Treatment of Diseases
of Females and Infants at the Breast. Translated from the French
by C. J. Hempel, M.D. 422 pages. Half leather, . . . $2 00
This work deserves the most careful attention on the part of homoeopathic practitioners.
The diseases to which the female organism is subject are described with the most minute
correctness, and the treatment is likewise indicated with a care that would seem to defy
criticism. No one can fail to study this work but with profit and pleasure.
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JAHR, DR. G. H. G. Diseases of the Skin; or, Alphabetical Keper-

tory of the Skin Symptoms, and External Alterations of Substance, to
gether with the Morbid Phenomena observed in the Glandular, Osseous,
Mucous, and Circulatory Symptoms. Arranged with Pathological Ee-
marks on Diseases of the Skin. Edited by C. J. Hempel, M.D. 515
pages. 12mo. Cloth, Out of print.
JAHR, DR. G. H. G. The Venereal Diseases, their Pathological
Nature, Correct Diagnosis, and Homoeopathic Treatment.
Prepared in accordance with the author's own, as well as with the expe
rience of other physicians, and accompanied with critical discussions.
Translated, with numerous and important additions, from the works of
other authors, and from his own experience. By C. J. Hempel, M.D.
428 pages. 8vo. Cloth, Out of print.
This is the most elaborate treatise on the subject in print. The work is divided into four
divisions, of which the first treats on Primary i orms of Venereal Diseases, in four chapters :
On the Venereal Phenomena in general; the Different Forms of Gonorrhoea ; the Various
Forms of Chancre ; and other Primary Forms of Syphilis. The second division, on Second
ary Forms of Syphilis, treats in three chapters, of Secondary Syphilis generally; Syphilitic
Cutaneous Affections, and Intermediate Forms of Syphilis. The third division: General
Pathological Observations on Syphilis and its course generally, in three chapters; Patho
logical Nature and Origin of Syphilis ; on Venereal Contagia; General Development,
Course, and Termination of Syphilis. The fourth division: General Therapeutic Observa
tions on the Treatment of Syphilis; General Diagnostic Remarks; General Therapeutic
Observations ; Pharmacodynamic Observations, and Addenda.
INDEX to the first eighteen volumes of the North American Journal of
Homoeopathy. Paper. $2 00
JONES, DR. SAMUEL A. The Grounds of Homoeopathic Faith.
Three Lectures, delivered at the request of Matriculates of the Depart
ment of Medicine and Surgery (Old School) of the University of Michi
gan. By Samuel A. Jones, M.D., Professor of Materia Medica, Thera
peutics, and Experimental Pathogenesy in the Homoeopathic Medical
College of the University of Michigan, etc., etc. 92 pages. 12mo. Cloth,
per dozen, $3; per hundred, $20, 30 Cts,
Lecture first is on The Law of Similars ; its Claim. to be a Science in that it Enables Perver
sion. Lecture second, The Single Remedy a Necessity of Science. Lecture third, The Mini
mum Dose an Inevitable Sequence. A fourth Lecture, on The Dynamization Theory, was to
have finished the course, but was prevented by the approach of final examinations, the prepa
ration for which left no time for hearing evening lectures. The Lectures are issued in a con
venient size for the coat-pocket; and as an earnest testimony to the truth, we believe they
will find their way into many a homoeopathic household.
JOHNSON, DR. I. D. Therapeutic Key ; or Practical Guide for the
Homoeopathic Treatment of Acute Diseases. Tenth Edition. 347 pages.
Bound in linen, $1 75
Bound in flexible cover, $2 25
This has been one of the best selling works on our shelves; more copies being in circula
tion of this than of any two other professional works put together. It is safe to say that
there are but few homoeopathic practitioners in this country but have one or more copies of
this little remembrancer in their possession.
JOHNSON, DR. I. D. A Guide to Homoeopathic Practice. De
signed for the use of Families and Private Individuals. 494 pages
Cloth, . . ....... $2 00
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This is the latest work on Domestic Practice issued, and the well and favorably known
author has surpassed himself. In his book fifty-six remedies are introduced for internal ap
plication, and four for external use. The work consists of two parts. Part I is subdivided
into seventeen chapters, each being devoted to a special part of the body, or to a peculiar
class of disease. Part II contains a short and concise Materia Medica, i. e., gives the
symptoms peculiar to each remedy. The whole is carefully written with a view of avoiding
technical terms as much as possible, thus insuring its comprehension by any person of ordi
nary intelligence. A complete set of remedies in vials holding over fifty doses each, is fur
nished for $7, or in vials holding over one hundred doses each for $10, or book and case
complete for $9 or $12 respectively. Address orders to Boericke & Tafel's Pharmacies at
New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Chicago, New Orleans, or San Francisco.

JOSLIN, DR. B. P. Principles of Homoeopathy. In a Series of

Lectures. 185 pages. 12mo. Cloth, 60 Cts.

JOSLIN, DR. B. F. Homoeopathic Treatment of Epidemic

Cholera. Third edition, with additions. 252 pages. 12mo. Cloth,
Out of print.
This work offers the advantage of a threefold arrangement of the principal medicines, viz.,
with reference, I—to the varieties of cholera; II—to its stages; and III—to its symptoms as
arranged in repertories. These last will give the work a permanent value in treating the
more frequent complaints of summer.

LAURIE AND McCLATOHEY. The Homoeopathic Domestic

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