Egyptian

Egyptian Medicine is the term used to describe the practices and beliefs related to health and wellness in ancient Egypt. These practices have been documented in various papyri, inscriptions, and other archaeological evidence from the period.

History

Egyptian medicine dates back to the Predynastic period of Egypt, with evidence of medical practices found in the archaeological record. The Edwin Smith Papyrus and the Ebers Papyrus are two of the most significant medical texts from ancient Egypt, providing insight into the medical knowledge and practices of the time.

Practices

Egyptian medicine was a combination of practical treatments, magic, and religion. Physicians were often also priests, and they used a combination of spells, prayers, and natural remedies to treat their patients. Surgery was also practiced, as evidenced by the Edwin Smith Papyrus, which details treatments for various injuries and conditions.

Influence

Egyptian medicine had a significant influence on later medical traditions, particularly Greek and Roman medicine. Many of the concepts and practices of Egyptian medicine were adopted and adapted by these later cultures.

See also

• History of medicine
• Ancient Egyptian culture
• Ancient Egyptian religion

External links

• Egyptian Medicine on WikiMD

Egyptian Resources
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