English disease
/ˈɪŋ(ɡ)lɪʃ dɪˌziːz/noun
1Any of various diseases or conditions thought to be prevalent in England, especially rickets. Frequently with the. Compare English sickness. Now historical.
2Any of various supposed disorders of the English economy, society, or foreign policy.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Dekker (c1572–1632), playwright and pamphleteer. From English + disease.