Known as Avenzoar in the West, Ibn Zuhr was thephysician during the High Middle Ages to accurately identify cancerous formations in the stomach, oesophagus and uterus. Zuhr named the disease akila, which means something that 'eats up', and wrote therapeutic prescriptions that he felt helped contain the condition.
For instance, he recommended staring into the eyes of wild asses to maintain good eyesight and prevent cataracts forming within the eyes. There was also a theory about eating rabbit heads to prevent paralysis or body tremors. In response to his critics, Zuhr said: "The essence of science is for mankind to know its limitations and that knowledge is what God inspires, and that there are matters beyond understanding". He studied Islamic Law, theology and literature until his father Abu AlaFollowing his death in 1162 in Seville, he was buried outside the gate called ‘Gate of Victory’.
Zuhr's humility shouldn't be misconstrued for his scientific unfulfillment. His works on medicine remained popular amongst the leading Western universities for more than 500 years.
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He was an Arab guys.