[BITList] Antique tool still in use - highly educational

[Malcolm]

    Thought you would enjoy this educational moment.

 

Can you name this strange old tool?

Do you know what it is?



Tobacco Smoke Enema Kit (1750s - 1810s).
The tobacco enema was used to infuse tobacco smoke into a patient's rectum
for various medical purposes, but primarily the resuscitation of drowning
victims.

A rectal tube inserted into the anus was connected to a fumigator and
bellows that forced the smoke into the rectum. The warmth of the smoke was
thought to promote respiration. Doubts about the credibility of tobacco
enemas led to the popular phrase "blowing smoke up your ass."

As you are most likely aware, this odd tool is still heavily used by all
levels of government.

 

 

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