High increase in cases of goiter related to the consumption of “Fufu” …

An high increase in the cases of goiter-caralyzed by the swelling in the front of the neck-it was traced to consume contaminated Fufu, a staple based on cassava.

Doctor Solomon Aiguobasinmwin, a doctor based in Benin, played the alarm after diagnosing six cases between young women aged between 21 and 24 years old,

The development has pushed urgent requests for a government action to safeguard public health.
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In a passionate charm, Dr. Aiguobasinmwin has shared its results, initially suspecting excessive contraceptive use as a potential cause.
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However, his investigation took a surprising turning point when he discovered that a hit woman was a virgin with an intact hymen, excluding that factor.
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Further surveys showed a chilling communication: all six women have consumed large quantities of Fufo, pushing deeper research.
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The doctor’s investigation has discovered a disturbing practice between some sellers who adapt the cassava with detergents and carbide to accelerate fermentation, potentially leaving the toxic residues of the cyanide related to goiter potentially behind.
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“With my great shock, I discovered that some evil people who prepare Fufu add a detergent, in carbide to make the ferment of cassava in time. This could be the cause of the increase in goiter cases”, complained of dr. Aiguobasinmwin, expressing his dismay for the reckless connection that highlights public safety.
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The goiter, which affects the thyroid gland, can lead to serious complications such as hypothyroidism, breathing difficulties and swallowing problems if not treated.
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While iodine deficiency is a global cause, the introduction of toxic chemicals into the transformation of food represents a new and alarming local threat.
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The cassaoca naturally contains cyongenic glycosides, which release the cyanide if not correctly elaborated through soaking, accurate pelature and cooking, a traditional method that neutralizes the toxin.

The use of carbide and detergents seems to bypass these safety measures, increasing the risk of contamination.
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Doctor of Aiguobasinmwin, conducted in lively markets such as Ekiosa and the new Benin, underlines the scope of the matter, although he admitted that he feels overwhelmed.

“For this case of goiter, I don’t know what to do,” he confessed, exhorting people to prepare their Fufu until the government intervenes.
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The doctor, who previously curbed an increase in urinary tract infections between the students through collaboration with the former commissioner for education, now asks for a coordinated response.

He proposed a meeting of the interested parties involving the presidents of the local government and seminars for “Fufu” producers to educate them on the dangers, voluntarily offering his experience to raise awareness of the public.
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“The main way to solve the problem is through the federal or state government,” he underlined, appealing to professionals to exploit their skills to save lives.
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The revelation has aroused widespread concerns, with preliminary relationships that suggest that the problem can extend beyond the Benin City to cassava products such as “Garri” Aand “Fufu” or “Akpu” throughout the southern Nigeria.
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The Ministry of Health of the Edo state has not yet issued an official declaration, but this online newspaper includes that the Department of Public Health in the Ministry contacted Dr. Aiguobasinmwin to face the crisis.
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“The Ministry of Health, Edo’s State, the director of public health called me yesterday (Friday) that I should see it on Monday, in order to discuss Saturday, but my problem is that I want this to arrive at the Governor of the State.” Aiguobasimwin said on Saturday at the Daily South Nigeria on Saturday

The governor on Monday the administration of Okpebholo now has to face growing pressure to act quickly, above all because the state aims to become a HUB of health excellence by 2030, as indicated in the recent objectives of the Ministry.
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As the investigation takes place, residents are advised to pay attention with “Fufu” prepared commercially until the safety measures are applied. [Daily South Nigera and Bendel Mirror reports]