This section is from the book "The Home Hand-Book of Domestic Hygiene and Rational Medicine. Volume 2.", by J. H. Kellogg, M.D.. Also available from Amazon: The Home Hand-Book of Domestic Hygiene and Rational Medicine, Volume 2.
This disease is characterized by the growth in the skin of tissue similar to that of a healing sore. Its most favorite site is the cheek, near the nose. The affection often appears upon both sides of the face and bridges the nose. After a time ulceration occurs. It is a scrofulous affection.
Removal by means of caustics. The galvano-cautery is the best means to use. The general health must be improved by all hygienic means.
 
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