People of the type of Brom are pale and blond, with light coloured hair and eyes and fair skin, often affected by multiple acne.

Their prominent and highly characteristic feature is a relief of complaints at the sea shore, when a strong wind is blowing from the sea; whereas warm, closed places, hot drinks and lying on the left side worsen these complaints. Another characteristic finding is a sensation of cobweb spread over their face.

Brom is very helpful in the treatment of respiratory tract diseases, and particularly – asthma, diseases of the nervous system, lymph node enlargement and disorders of memory.