Hippocrates Attributed Abnormality to Four Basic Humours: Blood, Phlegm, Yellow

question 66

Multiple Choice

Hippocrates attributed abnormality to four basic humours: blood, phlegm, yellow bile and black bile. These beliefs led to which of the following treatment(s) ?

• A) Induced vomiting and fasting
• B) Stoning and ostracizing the individual
• C) Cutting and allowing the blood flow freely
• D) Spiritual exorcism by the temple priests

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