Jaundice Collection

Hops
5311735 Hops; (add.info.: Hops (Humulus Lupulus). In addition to the use of hops in brewing, the tips of the young shoots were boiled and eaten like asparagus

Une femme de gout (colour litho)
3097818 Une femme de gout (colour litho) by Kern, Leon (1883-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une femme de gout. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 16 October 1904.); © Look and Learn

Portrait of a man on his deathbed, formerly known as Armand Carrel, c1840. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a man on his deathbed, formerly known as Armand Carrel, c1840

Long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa
5856765 Long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Root rhizome, leaves and yellow flowers of the long-rooted turmeric, Curcuma longa)

Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving)
1047604 Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninety-Two in the Shade)

Paddy Flannigan, 1905 (oil on canvas)
CH130139 Paddy Flannigan, 1905 (oil on canvas) by Bellows, George Wesley (1882-1925); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

The End of the Feast, c1895. Artist: Martin Anderson
The End of the Feast, c1895. A boy in bed shows his furred tongue to a doctor who feels the boys pulse. On the table is bottle of castor oil (Ricinus) which will be given as a laxative

Light therapy for neonatal jaundice C015 / 6816
Bili therapy. Newborn baby undergoing bili therapy, a blue light phototherapy used to combat neonatal jaundice (hyperbilirubinemia)

CARTOON: JAUNDICE, 1823. French cartoon by Charles Aubry depicting Achilles afflicted with jaundice in a scene from Racines Iphigenia. Cartoon from a series of medical cartoons, 1823

Barberries and leaves
Barberry fruits and leaves (Berberis vulgaris) on branches. This shrub is native to Europe. Parts of it are used in herbal medicine

Milk thistle (Silybum Adriana )
Milk thistle flowers (Silybum marianum Adriana ). This plant is used in herbal medicine as a remedy for liver diseases and poisoning

Ayers Cathartic Pills
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Jaundice, a condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes, has been a topic of interest for centuries. Its roots can be traced back to ancient times when remedies like long-rooted turmeric (Curcuma longa) were used to treat this ailment. The engraving "Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India" depicts the journey home from India where jaundice may have been prevalent. In 1905, Paddy Flannigan captured the essence in his oil painting titled "The End of the Feast. " This artwork portrays individuals suffering from this affliction, highlighting its impact on their lives. Light therapy emerged as an innovative treatment for neonatal jaundice later on, as shown in the image labeled "Light therapy for neonatal jaundice C015 / 6816. " Even cartoons have depicted jaundice throughout history. In Charles Aubry's French cartoon from 1823, Achilles is portrayed with this condition in a scene from Racine's Iphigenia. This humorous take sheds light on how society perceived and understood jaundice during that time. Nature has also provided potential remedies for treating jaundice. Barberries and leaves are believed to possess properties that aid liver function and alleviate symptoms associated with this condition. Milk thistle (Silybum Adriana), another natural remedy often used today, is known for its potential benefits in supporting liver health. Historically, Ayers Cathartic Pills were commonly prescribed as a treatment option for various ailments including jaundice. These pills claimed to cleanse toxins from the body and promote overall well-being. From ancient remedies to modern medical advancements, understanding and managing jaundice has come a long way over time. As we continue to explore new treatments and delve deeper into our knowledge about this condition, we strive towards better care and improved quality of life for those affected by jaundice.