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Miasm
In homeopathic theory, a general weakness or predisposition to chronic disease that is transmitted down the generational chain. Mentioned in: Homeopathic Medicine, Constitutional Prescribing Miasm An obsolete term for a harmful or noxious atmosphere, emanation, or exhalation; an evil humour
miasm, n 1. genetic or social predisposition to succumb to certain diseases. 2. the core source of disease, which Hahnemann divided into three types (i.e., psora, sycosis, and syphilis). These miasms are categories of diseases in which a variety of symptoms can be manifested in a specific individual. See also constitution, diathesis, predisposition, psoric miasm, sycotic miasm, syphilitic miasm, and terrain. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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