MNN (Web Desk); A man purchased a chemical online and used it in his food for three months. Eventually, he began experiencing symptoms such as mental confusion, delusions, and excessive thirst. By the time he was admitted to the hospital, he was disoriented and refused to drink water, fearing it might be contaminated.
Diagnosis: Bromide Toxicity
Doctors identified his condition as bromide poisoning — a rare diagnosis today, though once common in the past for certain illnesses. The patient exhibited neurological symptoms, facial rashes, and small red spots known as “cherry angiomas” — considered classic signs of bromism.
Fortunately, after three weeks of hospital treatment, the man made a full recovery.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of blindly trusting artificial intelligence and underscores that AI-generated advice should never replace professional medical guidance.
