allopathy

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Allopathic medicine, also known as allopathy, is a system of medical practice that focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases. It relies on conventional, evidence-based therapeutic measures, such as the use of drugs and surgery. This approach is contrasted with osteopathic medicine. The term "allopathy" was first used in the early 19th century.12

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