Mushroom Poisoning

Mushroom poisoning usually requires prompt medical care, since some wild mushrooms contain toxic substances that can seriously affect the body. That is why, when there is suspicion of having eaten an unsafe mushroom, it is important to act without delay.

Common symptoms: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and, depending on the type of mushroom, more generalized illness hours after eating it.

When to see a doctor? If discomfort appears after eating mushrooms of unknown origin, it is a good idea to seek emergency care immediately.

Which specialist treats it? In the acute moment, the emergency department and the general practitioner or internist are involved; in children, the pediatrician. With any doubt about a mushroom that has been eaten, the safest course is to seek care without waiting for the symptoms to progress.