Wandering Wombs: Greco-Roman Gynecology and Women’s Health
Women Who Went Before
Healing and Gender in Ancient Medicine
This chapter investigates the connections between professional medicine and traditional healing practices in the ancient world, focusing on women's health and the role of deities like Asclepius. It evaluates the perspectives of prominent historical figures, such as Hippocrates and Galen, on women's bodies, particularly the significance of the womb and the concept of the 'wandering womb.' The discussion underscores the historical positioning of women in medical narratives and the evolving understanding of female anatomy and health.
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