In 1936, when my circulation and stomach rebelled...I called at Morell's private office. After a superficial examination...Morell prescribed for me his intestinal bacteria, dextrose, vitamins, and hormone tablets. For safety's sake I afterward had a thorough examination by Professor von Bergmann, the specialist in internal medicine at Berlin University. I was not suffering from any organic trouble, he concluded, but only from nervous symptoms caused by overwork. I slowed down my pace as best I could and the symptoms abated. To avoid offending Hitler I pretended that I was carefully following Morell's instructions, and since my health improved, I became for a time Morell's showpiece.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes a period of distress, Morell's treatment, and a second opinion that found only nervous symptoms.
- In plain terms
- After stomach trouble, Morell prescribed remedies and another doctor said stress was the cause.
- What can you take from it?
- Stress can mimic physical illness and improve with rest.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle conflicting diagnoses?
- Is rest enough for nervous symptoms?
Another view
The account mixes medical facts with personal compliance behavior.
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