5 Questions
What is Aulus Cornelius Celsus known for?
His extant medical work, De Medicina
Which field is NOT covered in Celsus' De Medicina?
Agriculture
What is the significance of Celsus in dermatology?
He contributed to the classification of human skin disorders
What is the connection between Aulus Cornelius Celsus and Paracelsus?
Paracelsus was named after Aulus Cornelius Celsus
What is uncertain about Aulus Cornelius Celsus' life?
His praenomen, which has been called both Aurelius and Aulus
Study Notes
Aulus Cornelius Celsus
- Aulus Cornelius Celsus is known for being a Roman encyclopedist, physician, and philosopher, and for writing De Medicina, a comprehensive medical encyclopedia.
De Medicina
- De Medicina covers eight books on different areas of medicine, including dietetics, pharmacology, surgery, and anatomy, but does not cover obstetrics.
Significance in Dermatology
- Celsus is significant in dermatology because he is the first to describe skin conditions, such as eczema, and to use the term "eczema" to describe a skin disease.
Connection to Paracelsus
- The Renaissance physician Paracelsus was inspired by Celsus' work, and Celsus' writings influenced the development of modern medicine.
Life and Uncertainty
- Very little is known about Celsus' life, and there is uncertainty about his birth and death dates, as well as his profession and social status.
Test your knowledge of ancient Roman medicine and the influential work of Aulus Cornelius Celsus in this quiz. Explore topics such as diet, pharmacy, and surgery as described in the De Medicina, a significant source of medical knowledge from the Roman era.
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