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ANCIENT EGYPT Flashcards

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Explain briefly the Nile theory

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theory that rotting food in gut causes blockages in blood flow, meaning food / water / air can’t flow round body, causing illness

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what did Egyptians think caused disease?

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rotting food in gut / evil spirits

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List some Egyptian treatments

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treppaning / herbal remedies / charms / simple surgery

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Did Egyptians dissect ?

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No, as this was forbidden in their religion because the body is needed for the after life

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