Beethoven Suffered From Lead Poisoning but It Wasn’t the Cause of His Death [Study]

Medicine & Technology May 08, 2024

Ludwig van Beethoven had tons of health issues before he passed away. Continue reading to know why researchers said lead poisoning was not the cause of his death.

Beethoven's Mysterious Death: DNA Analysis of the Iconic Musician's Hair Reveals Hints About His Passing

Mar 22, 2023

Though Beethoven was previously thought to have died due to lead poisoning, a new DNA analysis reveals that his death may have been related to his hepatitis B infection and genetic risk for liver disease. Read to learn more.

New Study Reveals Beethoven's Music May Have Come from His Heart

Jan 10, 2015

According a new essay published in the journal Perspectives in Biology and Medicine, the renowned composer Ludwig van Beethoven may have been suffering from a heartbeat disorder, that may have influenced parts of some of his greatest works.