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Offline neiliedunne

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Deciphering Cause of Death
« on: Thursday 02 May 24 15:05 BST (UK) »
Hi

Could anyone please explain the cause of Death on this Death Certificate from 1895

Regards,

Neil.

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Re: Deciphering Cause of Death
« Reply #1 on: Saturday 04 May 24 11:13 BST (UK) »
Tabes mesenterica
4 months
no medical
attendant

If I've understood it correctly, Tabes mesenterica is a form of tuberculosis. An online search should tell you more, or others here may be better able to explain it.

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Meaburn, Mennile/Meynell, Metcalf(e), Palliser, Robinson, Rutter, Shipley, Stow, Wilkinson

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Re: Deciphering Cause of Death
« Reply #2 on: Saturday 04 May 24 12:26 BST (UK) »
From "Dictionary of Medical Terms"

Tabes,  Progressive wasting.

Tabes Mesenterica, Tuberculous infection of the glands of the mesentery in children.

Mesentery, A large fold of peritoneum to which the intestines are attached.

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Re: Deciphering Cause of Death
« Reply #3 on: Sunday 05 May 24 00:59 BST (UK) »
I would like to say a big thank you for your prompt reply and explanation

Thank you most Sincerely

Neil.
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