the influence of hippocrates and galen Flashcards
1
Q
what theory did hippocrates make popular ?
A
the theory of the 4 humours
2
Q
what were hippocrates’ ideas to be more successful in finding the right cure?
A
recording observations
recording symptoms and development of illnesses
taking a systemstic approach
3
Q
hippocratic collection
A
used for 100s of years and encouraged natural causes
4
Q
theory of opposites
A
if a patient had a fever, they would want to use something to cool them down.
cold and moist vs hot and dry
5
Q
why was it bad that so many supported galen?
A
people relied on him and no real developments could be made
