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What were the supposed cures for black plague?
* Bloodletting: This was a common medical practice at the time, and it was thought that by letting out the bad blood, the plague could be cured.* Cauterization: This involved burning the skin with a hot iron or acid in order to create a wound that would draw out the poison.
* Leeches: Leeches were applied to the skin to suck out the bad blood.
* Herbal remedies: A variety of herbs were used to treat the plague, including wormwood, rue, and garlic.
* Religious rituals: Many people turned to religious rituals in an attempt to ward off the plague, such as prayer, fasting, and processions.
* Isolation: In some cases, people who were infected with the plague were isolated in order to prevent the spread of the disease.