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(T61.0) Toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning
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7 230 in individuals diagnosis toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning confirmed
Diagnosis toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning is diagnosed Women are 21.96% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 40-44
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 25-29, 50-69, 75-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-24, 30-49, 70-74, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-29, 45-49, 60-64, 75-79, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 30-44, 50-59, 65-74, 80-89
Disease Features toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning
Absence or low individual and public risk
Toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning - what does this mean
Ciguatera fish poisoning is caused by the consumption of fish that have accumulated the toxin ciguatoxin in their flesh. the toxin is produced by certain species of microscopic algae that live on coral reefs and are consumed by fish, which become toxic as a result. ciguatoxin is not destroyed by cooking or freezing, so even cooked fish can cause poisoning.
What happens during the disease - toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning
Toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning is caused by the ingestion of fish contaminated with toxins produced by dinoflagellates, which are microscopic marine organisms. the toxins accumulate in the fish’s flesh and are not destroyed by cooking or freezing. when humans eat the contaminated fish, the toxins bind to sodium channels in the body, resulting in a range of neurological and gastrointestinal symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle weakness, and tingling or burning sensations in the extremities. in severe cases, the toxins can cause cardiac arrhythmias and neurological effects, such as difficulty walking or speaking.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Stool tests
- Neurological tests
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Toxicology screen
- Skin prick test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the symptoms of Ciguatera fish poisoning.
- Administering oral activated charcoal to reduce absorption of toxins
- Prescribing antihistamines to reduce nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps
- Prescribing corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and swelling
- Prescribing benzodiazepines to reduce anxiety and insomnia
- Prescribing anticonvulsants to reduce seizures
- Prescribing intravenous fluids to reduce dehydration
- Prescribing electrolyte replacement solutions to restore electrolyte balance
- Prescribing antibiotics to reduce secondary bacterial infections
- Prescribing vitamin supplements to reduce vitamin deficiencies
- Providing supportive care, including rest and a healthy diet
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Toxic effect: ciguatera fish poisoning - Prevention
Ciguatera fish poisoning is a toxin-mediated foodborne illness caused by eating certain types of tropical and subtropical fish. to prevent this illness, it is important to avoid eating large predatory fish from tropical and subtropical regions, such as barracuda, grouper, red snapper, and eel. it is also important to properly store and cook fish, as well as to avoid eating fish that is not fresh.