
Blister beetles causing distress in Kakkanad
The Hindu
Over 100 people develop blisters on face and body caused by release of toxin Paedrin by the beetle
Blister beetles are causing distress in Kakkanad area with close to 100 people developing blisters on face and other parts of the body. The number of panic-stricken patients seeking medical help after spotting the blisters has increased over the past few weeks. The reports of the spread of black and white fungus infections in the post-COVID situation has added to the fear of patients, according to medical practitioners.More Related News

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