Treatment which involves gold injections.
Treatment of disease (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis) with chemicals containing gold; possible side effects include blood, skin, kidney, and liver disorders.
The treatment of disease by the administration of gold or its compounds. The injection of gold salts is claimed by some authorities to be extremely effective in the treatment of arthritis. However, many patients develop severe side-effects, including blood disorders, dermatitis, and upsets of liver and kidney function.
The medical use of gold compounds, e.g., in rheumatoid arthritis.