What if smallpox was a mild disease?

Smallpox. In the history books, smallpox is painted as a deadly menace, spreading fear wherever it went. It hung like a dark cloud over communities for centuries, leaving a trail of sorrow in its wake. Smallpox is reputed to have claimed the lives of up to 20% of its victims, leaving a legacy of pain and grief.

But what if smallpox wasn’t the formidable killer it’s reputed to be? What if it was mostly a mild disease?

On the surface, that sounds like a completely ridiculous idea. However, throughout history, some doctors documented that smallpox was a mild ailment when appropriately managed and not mishandled.

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