First Steps of Medicine

Hippocrates and the theory of four humours

We have already spoken about the Hippocratic Oath, so we are focusing now on a very interesting theory to explain how the human body works: the theory of four humours. 

 

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Explain this diagram in your own words.

 

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These funny icons represent the so-called "four temperaments" which can be explained by the four humours theory. Look for extra information here and then explain the icons.