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White Plague (Noun)

Involving the lungs with progressive wasting of the body.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Consumption, also known as the white plague, was a common cause of death in the 19th century, particularly among young adults.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with tuberculosis, a disease often referred to as the white plague due to its ravaging effects on the lungs.
Historically, the white plague has been a major public health concern, claiming millions of lives worldwide through its slow and merciless progression.
The disease was once called the white plague, evoking fear and dread due to its symptoms of chronic coughing and gradual physical decline.
In the early 20th century, sanatoriums were established to treat the white plague, providing patients with a serene environment and fresh air to slow the disease's progression.