The shocking story of a Kolkata : World’s first human infected by Killer Plant Fungus
In a shocking turn of events, a man in Kolkata has become the world’s first human to be infected by a deadly plant fungus known as “killer fungus”. The fungus, which is typically found in plants such as corn and wheat, has never been known to infect humans until now.
The man, who has not been named, is said to have come into contact with the fungus while working in a garden. The fungus is believed to have entered his body through a small cut on his hand. Within hours, he began to experience severe symptoms, including fever, chills, and muscle aches.
The man, who has not been named, is said to have come into contact with the fungus while working in a garden.
Doctors initially thought he had contracted a bacterial infection, but further tests revealed the presence of the killer fungus in his bloodstream. The fungus, which is known as Fusarium oxysporum, is highly resistant to treatment and can be deadly if left untreated.
Medical experts are now working around the clock to develop a treatment for the man, who remains in critical condition. The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the medical community, with many experts calling for greater awareness of the dangers posed by plant fungi.
“This is a wake-up call for all of us,” said Dr. Amitava Gupta, a microbiologist at the University of Kolkata. “We need to be more vigilant when working with plants and take all necessary precautions to avoid exposure to these deadly fungi.”
The incident has also sparked concerns about the potential for the killer fungus to spread to other parts of the world. While it is currently rare for humans to contract plant fungi, experts warn that this could become a more common occurrence as global temperatures continue to rise.
For now, the focus remains on treating the man in Kolkata and preventing any further cases of the killer fungus. But as this shocking story has shown, the dangers posed by plant fungi are very real and should not be underestimated.
