NECROPNEUMONIA
\nˌɛkɹənjuːmˈə͡ʊni͡ə], \nˌɛkɹənjuːmˈəʊniə], \n_ˌɛ_k_ɹ_ə_n_j_uː_m_ˈəʊ_n_iə]\
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Gangrenous inflammation of the lungs. This may be diffused or circumscribed. The only pathognomonic symptom is the extraordinary and repulsive odour of the breath and expectoration. The treatment consists in the use of the chlorides internally, or of chlorine by inhalation; allaying irritation by opium, and supporting the patient by wine-whey, and nourishing diet.
By Robley Dunglison
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