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Miasmas
according to old ideas (in the “prebacterial” period), noxious emanations, the products of decay, which supposedly cause infectious diseases. Since the 19th century the term “miasmas” has been used only in a figurative sense. 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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No references found | These damaged areas are referred to as the Miasmas and it is believed that they have been caused due to some stressful factor and have been further augmented due to prolonged stress. Miasmatic theory originated in the middle ages and lasted until the middle of the 19th century, when diseases such as cholera and plague were believed to be spread by foul air, known as miasmas. This confusion opened the way for medical men to embrace a variety of theories and therapeutics, although few doubted that the primary killers during the war--diarrhoea, dysentery, typhoid and pneumonia--were caused by diet, mode of living, or climate (particularly miasmas arising from decaying organic matter and lack of ventilation). |
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