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[Technical medicine in ancient comedy]

I Rodríguez Alfageme

    Clio Medica (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
    |January 1, 1995
    PubMed
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    Ancient Greek comedy reveals the evolution of medicine from the 5th to 3rd centuries BCE. It highlights societal views on technical and popular medicine, and the physician's role.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ancient Greek Studies
    • History of Medicine
    • Classical Studies

    Background:

    • Ancient Greek comedy provides a unique lens through which to examine the development of medical practices and societal attitudes towards health.
    • The period between the 5th and 3rd centuries BCE witnessed significant shifts in medical understanding and its integration into daily life.

    Observation:

    • Comedic texts offer a panoramic view of medical evolution during the specified period.
    • These texts reveal societal prejudices and the foundational principles of technical medicine.
    • The interplay between technical and popular medicine is vividly depicted in Greek comedy.

    Findings:

    • Comedy illustrates the physician's social standing and professional identity within ancient Greek society.
    • It provides insights into the public perception of medical practitioners and their methods.

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  • The texts highlight the complex relationship between established medical knowledge and folk remedies.

    • Implications:

    • Understanding ancient medical perspectives through comedy enriches our knowledge of the history of medicine.
    • This analysis sheds light on the social history of healthcare and the role of physicians in antiquity.
    • The study underscores the value of non-traditional sources, like dramatic literature, for historical research.