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Science-Ancient medicine

Ancient science was a major part in history. Medicine treatments have been passed down for ages. It has lead us into the brilliant doctors and treatments that can cure some of the most deadliest desieses and perform complex surgeries that save people's lives. Egyptian medicine followed a scientific method. The ancient doctors were taught to observe, examine, diagnose, and prescribe treatments, just as doctors are taught today.


 * Many medicine treatments were mixed in with magic spells, potions, and prayers** to help the medicine and the patient who was in need of the treatment. The physicians and magicians worked together both using their skills to help patients. Magicians used magic to help the physicians with warding off danger and injuries. The goddess of magic was Isis. They prayed to her when in need of curing somebody or for warding of trouble.There were many different traetments for many differetn diseases and problems. **Egyptians use simple recipes for medications, which were added to common food in the form of spices and drinks.** Many ailments would have been difficult or impossible to treat. The physicians were able to treat many less serious conditions through the use of natural remedies. Many of the remedies are familiar, as they are used today as homeopathic remedies.Carvings in temples, on sarcophagi and obelisks prove that bees and honey had a vital significance in the daily life of ancient Egyptians.Honey was both used internally and externally, to soothe irritated skin, and aid in the healing of wounds and infections.

Surgeries and other problems with the human body are extremly important also. **To heal a broken bone, physicians used splints to try to heal a broken leg or arm.** Splints were made from wood and padded with cloth for some comfort. Egyptian physicians have performed some minor surgical operations.**//Egyptians used antisceptic to aid the healing process, another major development in medical practice//** (they used Willow leaves and bark which are known to decrease the likelihood of infection). **Egyptian doctors found out that washing their hands and heating their instruments in fire before performing surgeries reduced infections in patients.** Some of the main surgical tools were: sharp knives, lances, and scissors.

The Egyptians have provided valuble information about medication that will be continued to be passed down generation to generation. If in the 21st century we have made medicines and vaccines to cure deadly diseases, imagine what the medicine world will be like in 50 years. In conclusion, the Egyptians have greatly influenced our lives with their knowledge, inventions, and culture. 

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