Medical History Collection
"Unveiling the Ancient Medical Practices
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"Unveiling the Ancient Medical Practices: A Glimpse into Medical History" Step back in time and explore the intriguing world through a collection of fascinating vellum manuscripts. These ancient texts, such as Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 96v, take us on a journey to the year 1466, where we witness an inspection of the male urethra. Delicate yet precise illustrations depict early attempts at understanding and treating various ailments. Among these historical gems is Ms Grec 2144 Apocauchus (vellum), offering insights into medicinal remedies used during that era. The pages come alive with detailed depictions of treatments like cauterization for leprosy lesions (Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 46v) or toothache relief through cautery (Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 28v). These methods may seem archaic today but were once considered cutting-edge solutions. Venturing further into this captivating archive, we encounter procedures performed for diverse conditions like migraines (Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 20) or scrofula (Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 29v). Cauterization was often employed as a means to alleviate suffering and restore health during those times. The manuscripts also shed light on surgical interventions carried out centuries ago with remarkable precision and skillfulness. From operations for castration (Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 76v) to excision of ranula under the tongue (Ms Sup Turc 693 fol. 76v), these delicate procedures required expertise that has been passed down through generations. Not limited to surgeries alone, medical practices encompassed midwifery as well, as depicted in Ms Sup Turc 693 fol110. v Here we witness a midwife operating on a hermaphrodite—an extraordinary glimpse into gender-related healthcare from long ago. Additionally featured within this historical treasure trove is Ms Sup Turc 693 fol.