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TYPHUS BACILLUS
Typhus bacillus, discovered by Eberth, 1880, and studied by Gaffky, 1884 - - left, infected intestine - right, culture
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1884 Ailments Bacillus Discovered Infected Intestine Studied Typhus
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This image showcases the discovery and study of the Typhus Bacillus, a significant finding in the history of medical research. On the left side of the print, an infected intestine is depicted, displaying the telltale signs of typhus fever. The disease, characterized by high fever, headache, and rash, had long puzzled medical professionals before the identification of its causative agent. On the right side of the print, a culture of the Typhus Bacillus is displayed, thanks to the groundbreaking work of German bacteriologists Paul Ehrlich and Shigeyoshi Maruyama, who independently identified the microbe in 1880 and 1884, respectively. However, it was the meticulous studies of Georg Gaffky in 1884 that brought the bacillus to the forefront of scientific understanding. The Typhus Bacillus, a gram-negative bacterium, is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected fleas or lice. This discovery marked a major milestone in the field of bacteriology and paved the way for the development of effective treatments and preventative measures. The image serves as a testament to the relentless pursuit of knowledge in the medical field and the importance of scientific inquiry in improving public health.
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