Lathyrism is a neurotoxic disease that occurs due to the consumption of large amounts of legumes, especially Lathyrus sativus (the grass pea). Beta-ODAP (beta-N-oxalyl-L-alpha,beta-diaminopropionic acid) is the main toxin. This...
Lathyrism is a neurotoxic disease that occurs due to the consumption of large amounts of legumes, especially Lathyrus sativus (the grass pea). Beta-ODAP (beta-N-oxalyl-L-alpha,beta-diaminopropionic acid)...
Delirium tremens (DTs), also referred to as alcohol withdrawal delirium (AWD), represents the most severe and potentially life-threatening complication of ethanol withdrawal. It is...
Ergotism is a serious medical condition caused by the consumption of toxic alkaloids produced by the fungus Claviceps purpurea. This fungus infects cereal grains,...
Trichodynia is a scalp condition characterized by abnormal burning, stinging, or crawling sensations in the scalp. These sensations often occur without visible signs of...
Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is a long-term infectious disease that primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and mucosal surfaces of the upper...