Lady Mary went to see a physician in the 1890s because she was distressed. The physician treated her with a vibrator. What was the likely diagnosis?

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In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, physicians often diagnosed women with "hysteria" for a wide range of symptoms, including anxiety, nervousness, and sexual desire. The treatment with a vibrator was a common practice for this diagnosis.

Lady Mary Went to See a Physician in the 1890s