A gynecological document, “the Kahun Medical Papyrus” which is currently archived at the University College in London, had shocking ways of checking a woman’s fertility. Ancient Egyptians used to hit the woman on a particular part of her lip, if it didn't hurt, she was thought to be infertile. Another shocking way was the test that involved a heap of dirt. According to this belief, a woman was made to sit on a mound of dirt that's been soaked in beer mixed with fruit and dates. If she vomits while sitting there, she was believed to have children in future. And if she complains about stomach ache, she was thought to be infertile. (Image Courtesy: Pixabay)