Black Lotion (Noun)
Meaning
A mixture of calomel and limewater that is used on syphilitic sores.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor applied a generous amount of black lotion to the patient's syphilitic sores in an attempt to alleviate the symptoms.
- Historically, black lotion was used to treat syphilis, but its effectiveness was often disputed among medical professionals.
- The patient was instructed to apply the black lotion topically to the affected area three times a day for several weeks.
- Black lotion was a common treatment for syphilis in the 19th century, despite its potential toxicity.
- The use of black lotion as a treatment for syphilis has largely been discontinued due to the development of more effective and safer treatments.