A mysterious epidemic of dental explosions... A teenage boy who got his wick stuck in a candlestick... A remarkable woman who, like a human fountain, spurted urine from virtually every orifice... These are a few of the anecdotal gems that have until now lain undiscovered in medical journals for centuries. Thos fascinating collection of historical curiosities explores some of the strangest cases that have perplexed doctors across the world, featuring tales of exceptional surgical ingenuity, bizarre and misguided remedies, and miraculous recoveries. Blending a fascinating history with lacerating wit, The mystery of the exploding teeth will take you on a tour of some of the funniest, strangest and most wince-inducing corners of medical history.
