Drug and Food Poisoning
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It is advisable to act quickly when poisoning is suspected, whether from medications or from food, as it consists of the body's reaction to a substance that is harmful to it or that was ingested in an inappropriate amount.
What it is: It encompasses the discomfort caused by both drugs and spoiled food, and its intensity varies depending on the substance and the amount.
Common signs: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, general discomfort, or dizziness may occur.
Where to go: For pronounced symptoms, the emergency physician provides immediate care and the general practitioner offers guidance in mild cases. Avoid self-medicating to counteract the discomfort and, if the symptoms are intense or do not subside, seek a professional evaluation without delay.
Data on 185 doctors who treat drug and food poisoning
Which specialist treats drug and food poisoning?
For a medication or food intoxication, a General Practitioner can provide the initial assessment if symptoms are mild. If symptoms are severe or start suddenly, an Emergency Medicine specialist should see you right away. You can book an appointment depending on how severe the situation is.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in drug and food poisoning
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jessica Avalos Nigoche
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Alejandro X. Ramos Samperio
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Guisa Sánchez
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Frequently asked questions
What is drug and food poisoning?
It is advisable to act quickly when poisoning is suspected, whether from medications or from food, as it consists of the body's reaction to a substance that is harmful to it or that was ingested in an inappropriate amount.
Which doctor treats drug and food poisoning?
For a medication or food intoxication, a General Practitioner can provide the initial assessment if symptoms are mild. If symptoms are severe or start suddenly, an Emergency Medicine specialist should see you right away. You can book an appointment depending on how severe the situation is.