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This article discusses the "Siyuan Yiyuan Zhiyuan" (《四元异源志要》), a rare collection of handwritten medical texts from the early Joseon period (17th–18th centuries). Compiled by Hong Jung-sin, this manuscript includes eight rare books on female genital medicine and consists of 600 sheets. The texts cover a wide range of female genital diseases, including dysuria, dyspareunia, and甚至连 fertility issues. The book was compiled during the Joseon period, highlighting the historical significance of female genital medicine during that era. The article also explores the manuscript's content, its historical context, and its relevance to modern studies of traditional Chinese female genital medicine.
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