Tourists of Russian origin were quickly escorted to hospitals following the consumption of wild fruits
Southern Thailand's Surat Thani: A Frightening Encounter with Nature
Brace yourself, folks! Seven adventurous Russian tourists had a shocking experience in Surat Thani's Khao Na Nai Luang Dharma Park that left them writhing in pain. Five of these travelers had to seek help at hospitals.
The Bantakhun-Phanom rescue foundation received an urgent call at 1.33 PM on a Sunday, alerting them about a group of seven tourists experiencing distress. These tourists, who had travelled in a chartered vehicle all the way from Khao Lak, Phangnga province, were half-conscious, complained of chest pain, and were vomiting profusely.
Upon arrival, rescue workers found four of them in a critical state, exhibiting symptoms of hypersalivation and excessive vomiting. One tourist was taken to Bantakhun Hospital, exhibiting distressing chest pain and excessive vomiting. The remaining tourist remained at the park, dealing with severe dehydration.
The tourists' unfortunate encounter with illness seems to have been caused by an indigenous fruit from the Diospyros family. This family comprises numerous tree species, some of which bear delicious edible fruits, but others can be toxic if improperly identified or prepared. Although reports vary, the specific fruit in question was described as the black tree fruit. Local health officials are working diligently to pinpoint the exact species of the poisonous fruit that wreaked havoc on the tourists' health[5][6].
Stay tuned for more updates on this bizarre incident. Nature, you certainly know how to serve us a lesson we'll never forget!
- After their distressing encounter with a poisonous fruit in the Khao Na Nai Luang Dharma Park, the Russian tourists from Phangnga province agreed to share their experience as a health-and-wellness cautionary tale for others.
- Science has shown that the Diospyros family contains various tree species, and while some can be beneficial for nutrition, others, like the black tree fruit, can be dangerous and potentially harmful.
- General news outlets have reported that the black tree fruit, found in Southern Thailand's Surat Thani, is responsible for the vomiting and hypersalivation experienced by the tourists, and they are strongly advising tourists to thoroughly research any unfamiliar fruits before consumption.
- Subsequent investigations by local health authorities have discovered that the indigenous black tree fruit can cause severe symptoms if eaten improperly, including chest pain, vomiting, and symptoms similar to those of a panic attack.
- To ensure the health and safety of tourists, the authorities are urging the general public to stay informed about the nutritional values and potential dangers of exotic fruits in local areas, particularly those in the Diospyros family.
