When Was Diabetes Discovered?

The earliest known mention of diabetes dates back to ancient Egypt, around 1550 BCE, where it was described in the Ebers Papyrus as a condition causing frequent urination. However, it was not until the 19th century that the disease was understood more scientifically, thanks to advancements in medical research, leading to the discovery of insulin in the 1920s, which transformed diabetes management.

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