Stachybototoxicosis is a very dangerous disease that occurs due to prolonged exposure to certain bacteria on the human body. Translated into English, stachybotricotoxosis means "Stachow's bacteria disease."
The term "stachybotoxicosis" was coined in 2005, when scientists in the United States discovered an unusual type of mold that causes serious problems in people with asthma and allergies. While mold is common in many parts of the world, in the United States it is often found in crops and grain products. The bacteria that causes stachybotriis chartarum can be found in foods such as coffee, teas, and wheat cereals. Most people consider these foods to be safe because they are cooked, but after the heat treatment is completed, the bacteria do not die, but remain in the food and continue to develop. In recent years, many cases of stachybotoxemia have been reported in people from around the world, and the disease now has its place in the medical literature.
The disease can occur at any time, even years after exposure to contaminated food, so it is important to know its symptoms and precautions. One of the most common symptoms of stachybotytoxicosis is a cough, which may be prolonged, nonproductive, or accompanied by mucus production. Chronic runny nose, headaches, chest pain, skin rashes, diarrhea and vomiting are also possible. Diagnosing stachybotoxicosis infection usually requires additional tests, such as blood tests to detect antibodies to a specific allergen antigen or food cultures to identify the causative bacteria. Treatment of stachybatoxin infection includes symptomatic treatment, antibiotics, glucocorticosteroids and other medications. It is important to follow all your doctor's recommendations to successfully treat the infection.
Stachybatoxic infection can have serious health consequences, especially for a person with a weakened immune system or those facing other illnesses. Fortunately, this infection is treatable, but it should be noted that it is quite rare, however, people with allergies or asthma should watch what they eat. If you notice symptoms of stachybotatotoxicosis in yourself or someone close to you, you should seek immediate medical help. Preventing stachybottomy infections includes using safe grains and foods, washing hands before eating, limiting contact with contaminated materials such as food, and maintaining hygiene in the kitchen.