There is probably no foodie in this world who would reject a plate of Sushi, served with ginger, wasabi and soya sauce. The popular Japanese dish is a lip-smacking delicacy all over the world and you will be compelled to order one while at a fine dining.
However, do you know that the raw fish used in it, is actually dangerous? In case you are finding it hard to believe, here is a story that will make you cautious.
In an extremely tragic incident, an elderly man had to let go off one of his arms after eating sushi. Never in his wildest dreams, he could have thought that consuming a normal sushi would lead to one of the most horrific experiences of his life.
According to Daily Mail, the man’s left arm swelled up incredibly to the extent of a golf ball, within twelve hours of having the fish. Along with the main blister which was extremely painful, a few blisters were also formed around. The infection could not be stopped even after using antibiotics to drain the blister and removing the infected tissue.
According to the report, it was a bacterial infection caused due to the consumption of raw seafood. It is to be noted that the 71-year-old was also suffering from a kidney disease that was almost at the end stage. Type-2 diabetes and high BP are just add-ons.
His hand picked up flesh-rotting ulcers which made the antibiotics ineffective on him. The doctors finally diagnosed that he was suffering from an infection called vibriosis and it is caused by the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria. The severe infection had to be stopped by amputating his affected hand.
Though the man is doing fine after the surgery, the loss is something he would regret all his life. Hence, be careful about what you consume.