How much do you know about medieval and early modern medicine? Try this quiz and find the answers in the link.

Q1: Medieval medicine was heavily influenced by the ideas of ancient Greek physicians like Hippocrates and Galen, who believed the body was composed of four humours that needed to be balanced. Can you name the four humours?

Q2: An imbalance of the four humours was thought to cause illness. What common medieval treatments aimed to restore the balance?

Q3: Can you name two bloodletting practices?

Q4: Herbs, spices, and resins were used in medieval medicines. Can you name some remedies still in use today?

Q5: The Church played a significant role in medieval healthcare. Can you name two different roles it played?

Q6: Local wise women also provided herbal remedies, often using ideas passed down through generations. Can you name some of their common herbal remedies?

Q7: Why were medieval physicians prevented from practising surgery?