Lexicon:Hogs lard
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| Term: | hogs lard |
|---|---|
| References: | The Nutmeg of Consolation, page 54 The Yellow Admiral, page 124 Blue at the Mizzen, page 73 |
| Meaning: | Mercury was triturated with this to produce an ointment for treating syphilis. Lard or grease from various animals was used as a base for ointment. |
Additional information
Maturin's Medicine — This article is based on information from Maturin's Medicine, compiled and edited by Kerry Webb, with the help of a number of contributors.
Categories: Maturin's Medicine:-H- | Maturin's Medicine:Blue at the Mizzen | Maturin's Medicine:Blue at the Mizzen (chapter 03) | Maturin's Medicine:The Nutmeg of Consolation (novel) | Maturin's Medicine:The Nutmeg of Consolation (novel, chapter 02) | Maturin's Medicine:The Yellow Admiral (novel) | Maturin's Medicine:The Yellow Admiral (novel, chapter 05) | Maturin's Medicine:All Articles
