Jan 22, 2012

Ancient Gastroenterology

Categories:  Colonoscopy, It'll Crack You Up!, The Left Cheek: For Healthcare Providers

First gastroenterologist?

“Abstain from beans.”
~ Pythagoras,6th cent bc

The Roman goddess of excrement was named Cloacina.

The flush toilet is an ancient invention dating back to 2000 BC. They are attributed to the Minoan civilization on Greek island of Crete. King Minos’ palace contained lavatories, sinks, manholes, and massive sewer system. Gravity or cisterns powered the flushing commodes.

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