Viking diseases
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Dupuytren’s contracture: What you need to know about the so-called Viking disease?
What sort of sickness was said to afflict Vikings more than any other? Cirrhosis of the liver from all that mead? Gout from all that feasting? Perhaps some sort of psychological trauma from all that raiding and ravaging?3 years ago — Legacy -
Viking poo helps uncover ancient relationship with an intestinal parasite
A recent discovery using a sample of Viking feces may shed light on the effects of an intestinal parasite and help a disease that continues to plague developing countries.3 years ago — News