Theses medicae de suppressione mensium

XXXVII.

If the cause is fullness, it is appropriate to open a vein: first, both basilic a major vein in the arm veins, because of the antecedent cause; then both saphenous a major vein in the leg veins, because of the associated cause.

XXXIIX.

The time for cutting will not be long before the onset of the menses, but rather when the cycle has already approached.

XXXIX.

It is also beneficial on these days during which we evacuate, and before them, to command an attenuating diet. Frequent application of cupping glasses to the pubic area and the groin is also useful; without scarification where there is little blood, but with scarification where much blood redundantly flows.

XL.

If menses are retained due to excessive heat, it is best to moisten; therefore, an environment inclined toward the damp and slightly toward the cool should be chosen. Sleep should be longer, and rest is to be preferred over exercise. She should avoid immoderate emotions of the mind. She should use more abundant and moistening food and drink, such as barley water and its cream. Of vegetables, lettuce and squash. Of meats, the meat of hens, capons, chickens, and others that are more tender is beneficial; also rock-fish and those endowed with soft flesh. Of fruits, raisins, fresh figs, ripe grapes, and melons.

XLI.

The drink should be thin, white, diluted wine; baths of fresh water, and finally, an entire regimen of moistening diet is appropriate.