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occurrence of pimples, of watery blisters, of boils or 
carbuncles, or of dry scales'? Are itching, burning, or 
pain complained of, and in which ? Are ulcers or warts 
prevalent ? Do the natives suffer from localised alterations 
in the colour of the skin, from baldness in limited patches, or 
from premature baldness diffused over the scalp ? Are 
mother’s marks numerous, and how are such accounted for ? 
Have the natives any tradition or theory to explain the origin 
of these diseases'? Can diet, water, habits, or place of 
residence account for any ? Of the kinds met with, which 
seem contagious ? Do they wash much or little, and have 
they any natural or artificial substitutes for soap ? 
Are any of the following diseases met with or specially 
common : Urticaria, Eczema, Herpes zoster, Psoriasis, Ich¬ 
thyosis, Molluscum contagiosum, Xanthoma, Lupus, Epithe¬ 
lioma, Acne, Alopecia areata, Favus, Tinea tonsurans, Tinea 
versicolor, Scabies, Pediculosis ? If Leprosy be encountered 
does it present the tubercular, the anaesthetic, or the mixed 
type ? Is it considered a communicable complaint by the 
natives, and, if so, at what stage and in what manner? 
What proofs of this can be furnished ? Is it looked on 
as hereditary, and can any evidence of this of a distinct kind 
and free from the possibility of contagion be obtained ? 
Exact information as to any remedies employed in the 
treatment of skin diseases, their nature, mode of application, 
and value. 
W. A. J. 
No. XII.—DISEASES OF THE EYE. 
What is the colour of the eyes ? Do any marked 
differences in colour exist in different individuals ? Is there 
anything striking as to the distance apart of the two 
yes ? What is the usual shape of the lid apertures ? Is 
