Topic: Antiseptic

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The history of antiseptic surgery dates back to the 1880s when the theory of microbes was first discovered, leading to the use of Listerine as a topical antibacterial. During the Civil War, surgeons unknowingly spread infection, leading to mass amputations and gangrene. Modern medical interventions, including vaccines, are viewed skeptically, with the claim that improved sanitation and sewage were the primary drivers of reduced disease in the early 20th century.