[Typhoid fever].

The second part of this review accounts on a patient with classic symptoms of typhoid fever. The case history is commented in the light of todays knowledge. The case was taken from the clinical notes of Schönlein one of the most famous clinicians of the first part of the 19th century.

[Acute rheumatic fever].

In view of the progress in modern medicine it might be of interest to revive how a century ago a physician diagnosed and treated without our current technology. The transition to science based medicine around 1840 invites to follow bedside medicine by reviewing old case histories in the light of current knowledge. The clinical lectures of Schoenlein one of the leading clinicians of this time appear particularly suited.

[Therapy of urinary tract infection from the internal medicine viewpoint].

Effective treatment of urinary tract infection is dependent on a precise case history and a thorough physical examination. Before using antibacterial compounds it is mandatory that the physiological defense mechanisms be actively supported by nonspecific actions. Depending on the environment where patients are being cared for (general practitioner--hospital), the antibacterial therapy should take into account bacteriological information on the sensitivity of the bacteria to antibacterial agents.

Long-term effects of a complex behavioral treatment of essential hypertension.

A multidimensional behavioral program was developed for the treatment of essential hypertension. Over a course of 6 weeks, 108 patients of a rehabilitation center were treated with this program consisting of health education, self-monitoring of blood pressure, relaxation techniques, and a social skill training in addition to standard medical treatment alone. Blood pressure and other cardiovascular risk factors were monitored for a period of 12 months.