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ergotism [Brit ˈəːɡətɪz(ə)m, Am ˈərɡəˌtɪzəm] N

ergotism

ergotisme m

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Some ergoline alkaloids found in ergot fungi are implicated in the condition ergotism, which causes convulsive and gangrenous symptoms. en.wikipedia.org

Consumption of grains or seeds contaminated with the survival structure of this fungus, the ergot sclerotium, can cause ergotism in humans and other mammals. en.wikipedia.org

There are two forms of ergotism: gangrenous, affecting blood supply to extremities, and convulsive, affecting the central nervous system. en.wikipedia.org

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