The Ancient Greek Physicians

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What were the four humours measured by Hippocrates and Galen?

  • Seasons, urine, lungs, appearance
  • Diabetes, kidney disease, chronic illnesses, fluid intake
  • Urine, blood, pus, bubbles
  • Blood, phlegm, yellow bile, black bile (correct)

What did Galen describe diabetes as?

  • Diarrhea of urine (correct)
  • A seasonal disorder
  • A symptom of kidney disease
  • A fluid imbalance

What did Hippocrates conclude about the appearance of bubbles, blood, and pus in urine?

  • They indicated diabetes
  • They were related to fluid intake
  • They were symptoms of diarrhea
  • They indicated kidney disease and chronic illnesses (correct)

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