Solving the conundrum of Job: a probable biblical description of chronic renal failure with neurological symptoms.
The disease described in the Bible's Book of Job is controversial and had been of interest of theologists, psychiatrists, and dermatologists for many years. We describe several signs and symptoms compatible with chronic renal failure with neurological alterations.
Resende
Luiz Antonio de Lima
LA
Department of History of Neurology, Brazilian Academy of Neurology, São Paulo SP, Brazil. luanlire@hotmail.com
Kirchner
Daniel Rocco
DR
Ruiz e Resende
Lucilene Silva
LS
D001633:Bible; D049690:History, Ancient; D006801:Humans; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000266:history*; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000266:history*