Archaeological Study Finds Physical Evidence of Roman Medical Use of Human Feces
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Summary
A study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science provides the first physical evidence that ancient Romans used human feces in medical treatments. Researchers discovered glass bottles containing fecal matter, confirming historical texts that described the practice of using excrement for medicinal purposes. The finding offers new insights into Roman medical practices and sanitation approaches.
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the first time that physical evidence has been documented although Roman texts described the practice
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