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Of the 244 successes recorded, 61 per cent., there were 52 marked
successes. This result alone is a great encouragement to those who see
the change taking place in the patients.
Children under 3 years almost invariably respond well, given a long
enough course and regular attendance. Failure, or a disappointing
response, in spite of diligent attendance, nearly always occurs in older
children. Many of these have worms, and light treatment is disappointing
until thorough removal of the worms has been carried out. I have
repeatedly noted a marked improvement in weight and wellbeing as soon
as the child is free from worms, and this is maintained under light treatment
. Were it not for the prevalence of worms among elder children, we
should have almost uniformly successful results with these; as it is,
some sufferers from worms drift away before they have time to do well.
40 Mothers were treated. I have classified them as follows:—
Debility 23
Rheumatism 6
Lactating 7
(one showed increased milk supply)
Pregnant 4
Results of treatment (General Health and Spirits):—
Success 18
Moderate Success 13
Poor Attendance 9
I am now well used to Sister's excellent management and individual
attention. They are certainly appreciated by all concerned.
E. M. LAYMAN.