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Symptoms of long - term mercury poisoning
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Symptoms of long - term mercury poisoning
Symptoms characteristic of long - term mercury poisoning. From Jules Rengade " Les Grands Maux et les Grands Remedes", Paris, c1890
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1890 Balding Danger French Culture Healthcare And Medicine Illustration Technique Looking At Camera Mouth Open Number One Mature Man Only Pain Paris Risk Shirt Spot Suffering Text Toxic Substance Western Script Wound Jules Rengade
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This vintage print captures the haunting reality of long-term mercury poisoning, as depicted in Jules Rengade's renowned work "Les Grands Maux et les Grands Remedes" from 1890. The image showcases a mature French man, standing front and center, his suffering evident through various symptoms characteristic of this toxic substance's effects. With a numbered spot on his forehead and a balding scalp, he bears the visible marks of prolonged exposure to mercury. The gravity of the situation is palpable; one cannot help but feel the pain and danger that this individual endures. His mouth open in anguish, it serves as a stark reminder of the physical torment caused by mercury poisoning. The studio shot emphasizes every detail with precision while allowing us to witness history unfold before our eyes. As we gaze upon this poignant illustration technique, we are transported back to Paris in 1890—a time when healthcare and medicine were still grappling with understanding such ailments fully. This photograph serves as an important testament to both scientific progress and human resilience throughout Western culture's past. With its vertical composition and clear focus on the subject's face, this image compels us to confront the harsh realities associated with toxic substances like mercury. It reminds us not only of our collective responsibility towards health but also highlights how far we have come since Jules Rengade first captured these powerful moments over a century ago.
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