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This document summarizes a study of lathyrism conducted in Central India. The study examined villages in Rewa State and Baghelkhand to understand the epidemiological and clinical aspects of the condition. Lathyrism is caused by consumption of the black pea Lathyrus sativus, and results in paralysis of the legs. The region has a monsoon-dependent agriculture and food shortages often follow periods of low rainfall. Villagers, especially bonded laborers, commonly consume cheap grains including Lathyrus as a st

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