Kahun Gynaecological Papyrus
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The Kahun Gynaecological Papyrus (also Petrie Medical Papyrus, Kahun Medical Papyrus, Lahun Medical Papyrus, or UC32057) is the oldest known medical text in Egyptian history, dated to c. 1825 BCE, during the Twelfth Dynasty. The Papyrus addresses gynecological health concerns, pregnancy, fertility, and various treatments.
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Kahun Gynaecological Papyrus | |
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Created | c. 1825 BC |
Discovered | 1889 Egypt |
Discovered by | Flinders Petrie |
Present location | London, England, United Kingdom |
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