Talk:Ergotism

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What the hell does the reference to the gallows mean here: Similar eruptions of ergotism also occurred in Essex and Fairfield counties in Connecticut that damp and cool season, though in Connecticut no one went to the gallows. Notable epidemics of ergotism, at first seen as a punishment from God, occurred up into the 19th century. Fewer outbreaks have occurred since then, because in developed countries rye is carefully monitored. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 130.102.71.37 (talk) 06:19, 2 January 2008 (UTC)


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This page is lacking more information on witchcraft in magic. Any additions would be appretiated.11-29-07 —Preceding unsigned comment added by Seantm21182 (talk • contribs) 01:06, 30 November 2007 (UTC)

Is it possible to aquire this disease by the use of ergot's derivatives, namely LSD-25 or LSA?

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No. The LSA is simply an alkaloid of the bacteria, whereas the other symptoms (either convulsive or gangrenous) are caused by other chemicals or processes within the bacterium.


I changed "nobody went to the stake" to "nobody went to the gallows", as witchcraft in New England was not punished by burning (as in continental Europe) but by hanging (as in England).

I wonder if somebody tries to make beer (fermented) or whisky/rye/vodka (distilled) with infected grains... will the toxins be present in the alcohol in noticeable amounts, leading to ergotism? Hugo Dufort 06:05, 30 September 2006 (UTC)

What is the cause of vasoconstriction in ergotism? Is it a build up of cholesterol, catecholamines, or some other form of arterial disruption?

It is an alkaloid of the ergoline family. Hugo Dufort 12:48, 20 November 2006 (UTC)