“The brain of man, like that of all animals is double, being parted down its centre by a thin membrane. For this reason pain is not always felt in the same part of the head, but sometimes on one side, sometimes on the other, and occasionally all over.”
Hippocrates is a collection of medical texts that have had a profound impact on the field of medicine. It is traditionally attributed to the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, although the actual authorship is uncertain. The work includes a variety of medical theories and practices, many of which have influenced subsequent medical thought and practice. more
Hippocrates, a renowned Greek physician, is known as the 'Father of Medicine'. Born in 460 BC and died in 370 BC, he proposed the 'humoral theory' and emphasized the importance of the 'Hippocratic Oath' for doctors. His medical theories and practices have had a profound impact on the world. more
“Forget the pain. Learn to endure. Focus your attention elsewhere.”
“It's good that it hurts. Pain is the signal that you're confused, that you're in a lie.”
“It makes sense that no one else can cause you pain. That's your job.”