MARINE TOXINS

TYPES

The following are the types of marine toxins poisoning:

• Scombrotoxic fish. It is brought on by bacteria, which can release a substance called histamine, leading to foodborne disease.
  
• Paralytic shellfish. It is brought on by ciguatoxins, made by the microscopic marine plants known as dinoflagellates.
• Ciguatera. It is brought on by ciguatoxins, which cyanobacteria, which are microscopic marine plants, create.
• Neurotoxic shellfish. It is brought on by a certain dinoflagellate.
• Diarrhetic shellfish. It is brought on by poisons that certain tiny plants generate.
• Amnesic shellfish. It is brought on by poisons that a salt-water plant produces.

SYMPTOMS

The indications of marine toxins vary depending on the type. The following are some of their typical symptoms:

Scombrotoxic Fish Poisoning

• Rash
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Sweating
• Flushing
• Vomiting
• Headache

Ciguatera Poisoning

• Nausea
• Itching
• Vomiting
• Cramps
• Diarrhea
• Excessive Perspiration
• Muscular Pain

Paralytic shellfish

• Tingling
• Poor Coordination
• Arms
• Headache
• Legs
• Nausea
• Dizziness

Neurotoxic shellfish

• Numbness
• Mouth, Arms, and Legs Tingling
• Inability To Coordinate
• Uneasy Stomach

Diarrhetic Shellfish

• Diarrhea
• Stomach Pains
• Nausea
• Headache
• Vomiting

Amnesic Shellfish

• Uneasy Stomach
• Seizures
• Poor Memory
• Dizziness
• Disorientation
• Headache

DIAGNOSIS

Your doctor will perform a medical history screening, a physical exam, and questions regarding your symptoms and any previous fish consumption. Typically, laboratory testing is not required.

TREATMENT

The toxicity caused by marine toxins has no particular remedies. The usual course of treatment includes controlling complications and providing comfort until the sickness passes. The most frequent side effect is dehydration brought on by nausea and vomiting.

Take the following actions to prevent dehydration:

• Try to consume a cup of water for every big, loose stool you pass.
• Avoid rehydrating with soda and fruit juices.
• Maintain as much of your regular diet as you can.
• To acquire adequate nourishment, stick to your normal diet.
• Your everyday diet will help you achieve the nutrition you need.