Ancient Egyptian Gynaecology

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The paper shows how the subject of sex was an important part of life in ancient Egypt and that fertile women were considered the most attractive. The paper discusses ancient medicine, treatment of infertility, midwifery and childcare, cancer and gynaecological procedures. The author notes how advanced Egyptian medicine was even in today's standards.

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"Advances made in ancient times regarding midwifery are still used today. In ancient Egypt, midwives frequently used potions and herbs to assist during pregnancy and labor to reduce the pain and induce labor, if needed. Many of these potions and herbs were helpful in forming the foundation of modern medicine.

"In ancient Egyptian tomb paintings, midwifery is always depicted as a female duty. These paintings show that two midwifes participated in a woman s labor. One attended to the mother while the second attended to the unborn child. Pregnant women and new mothers in ancient times believed that the best way to learn was under the supervision and expertise of seasoned midwives. Even today, many pregnant women seek out experienced midwife but most women use the assistance of midwives with the advancement of science and technology."

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