- This
chapter explains Sycosis as the miasm of over-construction, where
the body produces more than needed.
- It is also
known as the miasm of excess — excess growth, excess secretion, and
excess reaction.
- Sycosis
disturbs the balance of construction and elimination in the body.
1. What Is Over-construction in
Sycosis?
- Sycosis
leads to too much building up of tissues and fluids in the body.
- It causes abnormal
growth (e.g., warts, tumors, cysts) and retention (e.g.,
suppressed discharges).
- It is opposite
of syphilis, which destroys; sycosis accumulates.
Mnemonic: G.R.O.W.T.H.
- Growth
excessive
- Retention
of discharges
- Overreaction
- Warts,
tumors
- Thick
secretions
- Hard
swellings
2. Examples of Over-construction
- Warts and
moles on skin
- Fibroids, polyps
in uterus
- Glandular
swellings (e.g., thyroid, breast lumps)
- Enlarged
prostate
- Stiff
joints due to tissue overgrowth
- Asthma due to
mucous buildup
These are exaggerated structures or reactions caused by a faulty
vital force.
3. Mental and Emotional Features
- Obstinacy
(stubbornness)
- Secretive
and suspicious behavior
- Selfishness, jealousy
- Fear of
being watched or judged
- Holds
grudges, doesn’t forgive easily
Mind becomes rigid, just like the body.
4. Physical Symptoms Related to
Over-construction
|
System Affected |
Manifestations |
|
Skin |
Warts, thick eruptions |
|
Joints and Bones |
Stiffness, bony outgrowths |
|
Glands |
Hard swellings, nodules |
|
Respiratory System |
Asthma with thick mucus |
|
Genitourinary System |
Retained secretions, overgrowths |
5. Difference Between Sycosis,
Psora & Syphilis
|
Feature |
Psora (Deficiency) |
Sycosis (Excess) |
Syphilis (Destruction) |
|
Basic Fault |
Functional weakness |
Overgrowth, retention |
Breakdown of tissue |
|
Skin |
Dry, itchy |
Warts, thick discharges |
Ulcers, dark patches |
|
Mind |
Anxiety, fear |
Suspicion, jealousy |
Despair, suicidal tendency |
6. Importance of Recognizing
Sycosis
- Most chronic
cases have a sycotic layer, especially if there's a history of:
- Suppressed
gonorrhea
- Wart
removal by cautery
- Use of
antibiotics for repeated infections
Symptoms may be misleading, but deep understanding of sycotic
tendencies helps select the right remedy.
7. Common Anti-Sycotic Remedies
- Thuja
occidentalis – for overgrowths and suppressed gonorrhea
- Medorrhinum –
deep-acting nosode
- Natrum
sulphuricum – for joint stiffness and asthma
- Silicea – for
hard swellings and chronic glandular issues
Mnemonic: T-M-N-S
- Thuja
- Medorrhinum
- Natrum
sulph
- Silicea
Word Meanings
|
Term / Phrase |
Meaning |
|
Sycosis |
A chronic miasm showing excess growth and secretions |
|
Over-construction |
Excessive tissue or secretion formation in the body |
|
Suppression |
Forcing symptoms to disappear without real cure |
|
Miasm |
Deep-seated disease-producing force (Psora, Sycosis, Syphilis) |
|
Vital Force |
Life energy that maintains body functions and balance |
|
Unprejudiced Observer |
A physician who observes the case without bias |
|
Disease per se |
The real internal disease, not just the visible symptoms |
Summary Chart: Sycosis –
Over-construction
|
Aspect |
Description |
|
Miasm Type |
Overproduction, accumulation |
|
Mental Traits |
Suspicion, pride, stubbornness |
|
Physical Traits |
Warts, fibroids, joint stiffness |
|
Related Diseases |
Asthma, arthritis, glandular swellings |
|
Common Remedies |
Thuja, Medorrhinum, Natrum sulph, Silicea |
Conclusion:
Sycosis is the miasm of excess — of growth, of secretion, of reactions. It affects the body by creating extra tissues, and affects the mind through rigid, suspicious behavior. Understanding this miasm helps the homoeopath uncover the hidden layer behind many chronic diseases and prescribe deep-acting remedies for true cure.
