Hippocrates revolutionized the study of medicine in Ancient Greece, but some of his ideas still influence the medical field today. In his book On Ulcers, Hippocrates details the recommended treatment for this ailment. While modern medicine has moved beyond using honey, boiled leaves, and white wine to treat ulcers, Hippocrates’ advice on diet and rest hold true. This text is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the historical development of medical practices.
Hippocrates revolutionized the study of medicine in Ancient Greece, but some of his ideas still influence the medical field today. In his book On Ulcers, Hippocrates details the recommended treatment for this ailment. While modern medicine has moved beyond using honey, boiled leaves, and white wine to treat ulcers, Hippocrates’ advice on diet and rest hold true. This text is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the historical development of medical practices.
Englisch
On the Surgery
Über die antike Medizin : Die Entwicklung der griechischen Medizin und ihre ethischen Grundlagen in der klassischen Antike
Airs, Waters, Places
Complete Works of Hippocrates. Illustrated : On ancient medicine, Prognostics, Aphorisms, Epidemics I and III, On regimen in acute diseases and others
Harvard Classics Volume 38 : Harvey, Jenner, Lister, Pasteur
Aphorisms
On Airs, Waters, and Places
The Book of Prognostics
Epidemics
Ancient Medicine
Oath and Law