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paralysis of the muscles of deglutition including soft palate.
During the same period she was running a temperature. Had
definite nystagmus.
Recovered completely.
Case No. 29.
F. 40. Onset 11/8/24.
This patient's left breast was amputated 12 months previously.
The attack commenced four days before her admission to the Infirmary
with giddiness, diplopia, and squint, vomiting, and severe
headache. On admission her temperature was 98.8. Pulse 112.
Respiration 30. Pupils sluggish external squint and diplopia.
15/8/24—Felt better. Headache not so severe.
18/8/24—Had another attack of vomiting, and from then
improved generally as far as this attack was concerned.
The liver was found to be much enlarged which was evidently
due to secondary deposits. Also nodules at inner end of incision.
From then onwards the patient slowly went downhill and died,
from Carcinoma of the liver on 26/11/24.
Case No. 30.
M. 4. Onset 3/8/24.
This case turned out to be one of Tubercular Meningitis.
Died.
Brother of cases Nos. 35 and 38.
Case No. 31.
M. 31. Army Officer. Onset 3/8/24.
The main symptoms were severe pain over one eye, with ptosis
on the same side. Pyrexia lasting about 5 days. Marked nystagmus.
Facial paresis.
Was seen by consultant.
Complete recovery.