Placebo

Started as a sugar pill,

the vessel of hope and belief,

a practices since old times,

when medicine was family tradition. 

Things changed, as science advanced,

proof needed for different therapies,

while others, being called a dummy,

a false application, by the quacks. 

But, it came into limelight,

using it in newer studies,

treatment successes, with mystery drugs,

a concoction of unnamed substances. 

Placebo, a mystery indeed,

a paradox that confused many,

the believers, swore by its effects,

supported by many loyal followers. 

Yet, it never provided any data,

failures or complications in practice,

researchers skeptical of dubious claims,

without delving deeper into the subject. 

But placebo did find its place,

as it signified power of suggestions,

when the doctor were empathetic, 

listening to concerns, in conductive environment. 

In the face of pain and despair,

they provided a glimmer of respite,

tapping into our innate resilience, 

harnessing the power of the mind. 

For, within the depth of our mind,

lies a healing power divine,

with assurances and advices,

would cause miracles to happen. 

Medical advances have its place,

but healing can be holistic kind,

so, even scientist are now comparing, 

newer treatments, with effects of placebo.