nocebo
noun
no·ce·bo
ˌnō-ˈsē-(ˌ)bō
plural nocebos
: a harmless substance or treatment that when taken by or administered to a patient is associated with harmful side effects or worsening of symptoms due to negative expectations or the psychological condition of the patient
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