After the pork meat scandal, a warning to citizens: If you see these symptoms, rush to the hospital.

The list of defective products published by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the discovery of pork in some branches of Köfteci Yusuf, which has over 200 branches, has caused a significant uproar across the country. While the repercussions of the incident continue, experts have warned citizens about the negative health effects of consuming pork. Here are the diseases you need to know that can arise from pork consumption...

PORK TRIGGERS CIRRHOSIS

Research from the University of Ottawa has identified a relationship between pork consumption and liver cirrhosis. The study, based on statistics of pork, beef, fat, and alcohol consumption in sixteen different countries, revealed findings that eating pork increases the risk of cirrhosis.

DEADLY TRICHINOSIS

Another significant health risk is trichinella (trichina) disease, which can be transmitted from pigs to humans. This disease can be contracted by consuming trichinella-infected pork or using manure from such pigs. However, while trichinella does not cause serious illness in pigs, it can have very dangerous and fatal consequences for humans.

INCREASES RISK OF HEART ATTACK

Pork is notable for its high-fat content. When ingested, this fat enters the bloodstream, and excessive amounts of fat can lead to hardening of the arteries, high blood pressure, and an increased risk of heart attack. Additionally, harmful substances known as "sutoxins" found in pork fat can accumulate in the body, causing the lymph nodes to work excessively. This condition can lead to inflammation and swelling of the lymph nodes, particularly in children, creating an abnormal swelling in the throat area; hence, this disease is referred to as "pork disease" or scrofula.

CALCIFICATION CAUSES INFLAMMATIONS AND HERNIAS

The high amount of mucous connective tissue in pork can increase the amount of sulfur absorbed by the body. Excessive sulfur intake can lead to health issues such as inflammation in the joints, calcification, and herniated discs. Furthermore, the growth hormone present in pork can cause swellings and inflammations in the body; this can lead to abnormal growth and fat accumulation in the bones of the nose, jaw, hands, and feet. One of the most dangerous effects of the growth hormone is its potential to increase cancer risk...

INCREASES SKIN DISEASES

Pork also contains substances that cause itching and inflammation of the skin. This can pave the way for skin diseases such as eczema, dermatitis, and neurodermatitis.