Deadly Deception: Wild Mushrooms Mimic Edibles, Threaten Liver & Kidneys

• Wild mushrooms, common in monsoon/winter, often mistaken for edible varieties due to similar appearance.
• Many poisonous mushrooms look exactly like safe ones, making identification extremely difficult for common people.
• Toxins in poisonous mushrooms are resistant to cooking, drying, or boiling, posing a constant danger.
• Initial symptoms (vomiting, nausea) can be mild, but severe damage to liver, kidneys, and nervous system can occur 6-24 hours later.
• Dr. Rajkumar (AYUSH) warns that traditional identification methods (color, shape, animal signs) are unscientific and unreliable.

Why It Matters: Beware of wild mushrooms; their deceptive appearance hides deadly toxins that can cause severe organ damage.