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House season 4 episode 8

You Don't Want to Know

 
House treats a magician but comes to believe he's faking illness to cover up his own incompetence. Meanwhile, House pits the fellows against each other in his version of an immunity challenge.
 
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House / S04E08 : You Don't Want to Know
Season 4, Episode 8 | Aired on November 20, 2007 | TV-14 | 45 min. | FOX
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  • House - Episode 1 - Alone
    Episode 1
    Alone
  • House - Episode 2 - The Right Stuff
    Episode 2
    The Right Stuff
  • House - Episode 3 - 97 Seconds
    Episode 3
    97 Seconds
  • House - Episode 4 - Guardian Angels
    Episode 4
    Guardian Angels
  • House - Episode 5 - Mirror, Mirror
    Episode 5
    Mirror, Mirror
  • House - Episode 6 - Whatever It Takes
    Episode 6
    Whatever It Takes
  • House - Episode 7 - Ugly
    Episode 7
    Ugly
  • House - Episode 8 - You Don't Want to Know
    Episode 8
    You Don't Want to Know
  • House - Episode 9 - Games
    Episode 9
    Games
  • House - Episode 10 - It's A Wonderful Lie
    Episode 10
    It's A Wonderful Lie
  • House - Episode 11 - Frozen
    Episode 11
    Frozen
  • House - Episode 12 - Don't Ever Change
    Episode 12
    Don't Ever Change
  • House - Episode 13 - No More Mr. Nice Guy
    Episode 13
    No More Mr. Nice Guy
  • House - Episode 14 - Living the Dream
    Episode 14
    Living the Dream
  • House - Episode 15 - House's Head (1)
    Episode 15
    House's Head (1)
  • House - Episode 16 - Wilson's Heart (2)
    Episode 16
    Wilson's Heart (2)

House season 4 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

A magician's heart stops during a dangerous water tank escape act, leading House MD and his team to investigate. As they delve into the mystery, they face ethical challenges and personal conflicts. The magician's condition worsens, revealing a misdiagnosed blood type and an autoimmune disorder. Amidst the medical intrigue, House confronts Thirteen about her potential Huntington's disease, highlighting themes of uncertainty and the pursuit of knowledge. The episode concludes with House making a tough decision on his team's composition and the magician leaving with his secret trick unexposed.

Full Episode S04E08 Recap

### Scene: Magician's Performance - Harry Houdini's 1911 Chinese water torture cell is referenced. - A magician is lowered headfirst into a water tank, shackled at the ankles. - The magician requests a volunteer, choosing a man who dislocated his shoulder. - The volunteer verifies the tank's authenticity, knocking on the glass and confirming it's filled with water. ### Scene: Hospital - House MD and Team Discussion - House MD and his team discuss the magician's case. - The magician's heart stopped while performing the water tank trick, sparking interest in his health mystery. - House proposes a challenge to his team: the winner gets immunity and nominates two competitors for potential firing. - The team investigates the magician's health, considering drowning and a potential underlying heart problem. ### Scene: Magician's Hospital Room - The magician jokes about his profession and the audience's skepticism. - House's team conducts medical tests, with no significant findings. - The magician remains unfazed by his condition, embracing the uncertainty of his situation. ### Scene: House's Office and Hospital Corridors - House challenges his team to bring him Dr. Lisa Cuddy's thong as a test of their skills. - The team debates the ethics and necessity of the challenge. - Further tests on the magician reveal no major health issues, deepening the mystery. ### Scene: Magician's Hospital Room - Continued Tests - The magician experiences a nosebleed, indicating a serious condition. - House's team continues to explore various medical theories, including infections and cardiac issues. ### Scene: Hospital - Team's Investigation - The team investigates the magician's background for clues to his condition. - House's unconventional approach leads to conflict and ethical dilemmas among the team. ### Scene: Magician's Hospital Room - Deteriorating Health - The magician's condition worsens, with internal bleeding and organ failure. - House's team races against time, exploring various diagnoses including amyloidosis and infection. - The magician, aware of his declining health, remains enigmatic about his magic tricks. ### Scene: Hospital - House's Personal Investigation - House delves into Dr. Cuddy's personal life, suspecting a hidden medical condition. - The team explores the possibility of tainted blood causing the magician's symptoms. - House experiences a personal health scare, prompting further investigation. ### Scene: Hospital - Final Diagnosis - The team discovers the magician's blood type was misidentified, leading to incorrect treatments. - The magician is diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder, explaining the range of symptoms. - House resolves the medical mystery, saving the magician's life. ### Scene: House's Office - Team's Fate - House evaluates his team's performance, making a surprising decision on who to fire. - The magician's condition stabilizes, and he leaves the hospital with his secret magic trick intact. ### Scene: House and Thirteen's Personal Resolution - House confronts Thirteen about her potential Huntington's disease. - Thirteen refuses to know her genetic test results, choosing to live with uncertainty. - The episode closes with a reflection on the nature of seeking answers and the impact of knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chinese water torture cell?

An escape trick where a magician is lowered headfirst into a water tank and shackled.

Who invented the Chinese water torture cell?

Harry Houdini, in 1911.

What condition does the magician experience during his performance?

His heart stops while he is upside down in the water tank.

What is the initial theory about the magician's heart stopping?

It's suspected to be a result of drowning, leading to cardiac arrest.

What challenge does House MD propose to his team?

To solve the magician's medical mystery, with immunity and nominating rights as rewards.

What unusual task does House assign his team?

To bring him Dr. Lisa Cuddy's thong.

What symptoms does the magician exhibit in the hospital?

A nosebleed and later, internal bleeding and organ failure.

What medical theories are considered for the magician's condition?

Various theories including amyloidosis, infection, and cardiac issues.

How is the magician's blood type misidentification crucial to his case?

It led to incorrect treatments and further health complications.

What is the final diagnosis for the magician?

An autoimmune disorder caused by his body making an extra antibody.

What ethical dilemma does House's team face?

The challenge of stealing Dr. Cuddy's thong and its implications on professional conduct.

How does House's personal health scare affect the episode?

It distracts from the magician's case and leads to self-examination.

What decision does House make about his team?

He fires a team member for violating his rules despite their clever strategy.

How does Thirteen respond to the possibility of having Huntington's disease?

She chooses not to know her genetic test results, preferring uncertainty.

What theme does the episode explore through the magician's character?

The allure of mystery and the impact of uncovering the truth.

 
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