Also known as: Bloodletting, Venesection, Missio sanguinis, Phlebotomy (bloodletting)
The medical practice of withdrawing blood to balance the humors, a cornerstone of Galenic medicine. It was a frequent subject of debate among Paracelsian and traditional physicians regarding its efficacy and spiritual implications.
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