Mushroom Poisoning
Mushroom poisoning is a condition that arises from eating capped mushrooms that grow in their natural habitat. Not all mushrooms that grow in nature are poisonous, but it is very difficult to distinguish between poisonous and non-poisonous mushrooms. Eating mushrooms containing toxic substances causes poisoning. Mushroom poisoning is a very dangerous type of poisoning; it can even result in death. Mushroom poisoning is most commonly seen in spring and autumn. This is because wild mushrooms emerge in the spring months.
Symptoms of Mushroom Poisoning
The symptoms of mushroom poisoning vary depending on the type of mushroom. While poisoning symptoms appear two hours after consuming some types of mushrooms, symptoms appear more than 6 hours after consuming others. The poisoning symptoms include: drowsiness, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, redness of the face and neck, blurred vision, low blood pressure, a metallic taste in the tongue, and sweating. Poisoning symptoms that appear 6 hours after consuming mushrooms are more severe. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, increased pulse rate, and abdominal pain are observed with mushroom poisoning. If any of these symptoms appear after eating mushrooms, you should go to the hospital immediately.
