The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 and 2015, is an excellent series for weekend reading. The written story of cancer from 3000 BC to the present day
A note from history: landmarks in history of cancer, part 1.
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Discussions exhibit strong agreement on the long history of cancer documentation, citing precise ancient texts like the Edwin Smith Papyrus and Egyptian records, which underscores their fascination with how historical knowledge predates modern medicine. The tone combines curiosity and skepticism, especially in posts questioning the narrative, indicating both high interest and engagement.
Most posts acknowledge and support the historical significance of early cancer records, especially highlighting the historic descriptions from ancient texts around 3000 BC.
The discussions show high interest, with posters eager to point out specific ancient examples and question the representations of modern versus historical understanding.
Posts actively cite historical documents, question claims about the evolution of cancer knowledge, and reference multiple parts of the series, indicating deep engagement.
Comments emphasize the importance of understanding cancer’s history in shaping current knowledge, though some skepticism about motives or interpretations slightly tempers the perceived transformative impact.
Abstract in brief
- Early historical records show that ancient doctors and surgeons slowly improved their understanding of cancer over time.
- They learned that catching cancer early and removing it completely before it turned into an ulcerated state led to better chances of success.
- This indicates that early detection and thorough removal were key principles in cancer treatment even in ancient times.]
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@animated_smart @jrjohnstone2 @matty_323 @AbudBakri @holisticgrenade How come metastatic breast cancer is described in the Edwin smith papyrus from 5000 years ago then genius? Did modern medicine use a Time Machine? Seriously answer this for yourself. Does this square with the lies you’ve been told? https://t.co/uJTyVcX9fQ
4/n my notes via: https://t.co/GIRy7TnSJ9
Earliest written description of breast cancer, written approx. 3000 BC - Ancient Egyptian Papyrus Writer concludes that “bulging tumour of breast was a grave disease and there was no treatment for it” via: https://t.co/GIRy7TnSJ9 #PathologyWeek https://t.co/Z7tjWZ0Ac2
@ilzeOliviGomes Absolutely!:) (& sorry for not including refs) Here are a few:
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@DrCHuber @COOKIETSC @KSholinsky @stopvaccinating We have written documentation of tumors from 3000BC, and paleopathologic findings of tumors in animals before humans even existed Hippocrates came up with the word for tumors https://t.co/5QpY4z0qRY
@thehealthb0t what utter bullshit. breast cancer was written about over 3000 years ago you malignant parasite https://t.co/i1IKeclkYK
@PaulD70495801 @EllenBarkin https://t.co/c52VC2UAqP the first recording of cancer was 3000 bc but you think it wasn’t a thing 100 years ago
A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer, part 4 - Hajdu - 2012 - Cancer - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/lqsOZ4sTPi
@animated_smart @jrjohnstone2 @matty_323 @AbudBakri @holisticgrenade How come metastatic breast cancer is described in the Edwin smith papyrus from 5000 years ago then genius? Did modern medicine use a Time Machine? Seriously answer this for yourself. Does this square with the lies you’ve been told? https://t.co/uJTyVcX9fQ
@ghostofwillwall @jonathanstea So... you imply that the people who wrote the Ebers Papyrus were Rockefellers? Daring claim!!! https://t.co/4V8iAzHZ7i
RT @dr_yakupergun: The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 an…
RT @dr_yakupergun: The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 an…
RT @dr_yakupergun: The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 an…
RT @dr_yakupergun: The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 an…
RT @dr_yakupergun: The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 an…
The series "A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer", published in 7 parts at @JournalCancer between 2010 and 2015, is an excellent series for weekend reading. The written story of cancer from 3000 BC to the present day
@ilzeOliviGomes Absolutely!:) (& sorry for not including refs) Here are a few:
A note from history: Landmarks in history of cancer, part 5 https://t.co/eitVrBlCp9
@ProfTimNoakes @Sam_Apple1 were people already eating foods of modern commerce by 3000 BC? https://t.co/ugnqobqYUk
4/n my notes via: https://t.co/GIRy7TnSJ9
Earliest written description of breast cancer, written approx. 3000 BC - Ancient Egyptian Papyrus Writer concludes that “bulging tumour of breast was a grave disease and there was no treatment for it” via: https://t.co/GIRy7TnSJ9 #PathologyWeek https://t.co/Z7tjWZ0Ac2
@konallis @BadMedicalTakes It's not like cancer wasn't referenced in documents as far back as 3000BC. Cite: https://t.co/1JEQk6a3AG