Medieval medicine
What is the name of the herbal remedy commonly used in medieval medicine?
Mandrake
Which theory dominated medieval medicine?
Humorism
What was the purpose of bloodletting in medieval medicine?
To cleanse the body
What was the main cause of illness according to medieval medicine?
Imbalance of humors
Which herb was commonly used as an anesthetic in medieval medicine?
Wormwood
What was the main surgical tool used in medieval medicine?
Bone saw
What did medieval physicians believe caused the Black Death?
Bad air
Which plant was commonly used to treat wounds in medieval medicine?
Comfrey
What was the primary focus of medieval medical treatments?
Restoration of balance
In medieval medicine, what was the recommended treatment for a common cold?
Herbal remedies