Ancient Egyptian Cancer Treatment

A study published in Frontiers in Medicine journal reveals that ancient Egyptian skulls with cancerous growths had cut marks around them, suggesting early attempts at cancer treatment through surgery. This provides a milestone in the history of medicine as it shows how ancient Egyptians dealt with cancer over 4,000 years ago.

Ancient Egyptian Attempt to Treat Cancer

A 4,000-year-old Egyptian skull shows signs of attempts to treat cancer, indicating ancient Egyptians may have tried to operate on excessive tissue growth or learn about cancerous disorders after a patient's death. The findings shed light on the history of medicine and ancient medical practices.