Before treating this disease, it is well to know that a mild swelling of the veins is almost normal. This hint will prevent young fellows from rushing off to consult a doctor on that which is not harmful. Cure is brought about by means of local applications, and by getting the system into good working order. All bad habits must be discontinued, tobacco in every form must be given up; beers, wines, spirits and all intoxicants must be avoided; coffee and tea should not be taken as beverages, or if so very weak. Cocoa or milk is a better drink. Brown bread must be eaten, as it regulates the bowels. When potatoes are used the skins should be eaten, a green vegetable should also be taken with them to prevent constipation. Stewed fruit shotfld be taken with rice, sago, tapioca, or macaroni pudding; better still, eat brown bread puddings. Fruit may be eaten freely; it is one of the best blood purifiers and correctives we have. Exercise must be taken regularly; every person should have two hours’ daily work or exercise. Those whose occupation is sedentary or quiet should walk two hours a day at one time or another; if they cannot get out during the day then they must do so at night. This applies also to those who stand the greater part of the day, as exercise improves the tone of the circulation and lessens the stagnation of the blood in the veins. If the veins are very large, and rub against the thigh, causing a feeling of soreness, then a very thin and light suspensory bandage may be’worn. This bandage should be like a thin silk net rather than a bag, as support is required but not heat. In most cases suspenders are unnecessary. Sponging the parts with cold water is very useful, to brace up the scrotum, tighten the skin, and thus prevent these veins becoming prominent. This may be done night and morning, nothing need be added to the water, it is the cold water which acts as a tonic, not the added alum, lead, or salt sometimes ordered. Do not wear too hot clothing round these parts; avoid also cushions on chairs and very soft seats; a hard wood or a cane- bottomed chair is best to sit upon. With regard to operations, they are mostly unsuccessful, or harmful; tying the veins, cutting pieces out of them, etc., is never necessary; such operations generally do no good, they waste time, and in some cases may permanently injure these parts. Simple diet, observance of hygienic rules, the discontinuance of tobacco, stimulants, strong tea and coffee, with bathing of the parts in very cold water twice a day, will give the best results.