Consumption

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An archaic term for tuberculosis, the disease from which Mimi dies in La Bohème.

Appearance

Mentioned once in The Doctor Is Out.

The Doctor Is Out

Season 11 · Episode 3 · S11E03

“you're dying of consumption, dear, not over-consumption.”
— Alistair

From the same episode and category.

“He staged a Phillip Glass opera last year, and no one left.”

“we can't wait to see what magic you'll work with 'La Boheme.'”

“I would be content if my Mimi would just lay off the cheeseburgers.”

“He's the women's wear buyer at Bidwell's.”