Ergotism

GPTKB entity

Statements (30)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:disease
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:St._Anthony's_fire
gptkbp:category gptkb:cardiovascular_disease
neurological disorder
mycotoxicosis
gptkbp:causedBy gptkb:Claviceps_purpurea
consumption of ergot-contaminated grains
gptkbp:firstDescribed gptkb:Middle_Ages
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ergotism
gptkbp:notableOutbreaks gptkb:France
gptkb:Germany
gptkb:Russia
gptkbp:prevention grain inspection
fungicide use
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:ergot_alkaloids
gptkb:LSD_(lysergic_acid_diethylamide)
gptkbp:symptom vomiting
diarrhea
muscle pain
psychosis
numbness
seizures
hallucinations
gangrene
convulsions
burning sensations
gptkbp:treatment supportive care
removal of contaminated food
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Claviceps_purpurea
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6