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Mushroom Poisoning Cases in Gelendzhik

Multiple mushroom poisoning cases in Gelendzhik, Russia, highlight the dangers of improper preparation and misidentification of wild mushrooms.

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RospotrebnadzorGelendzhik City Hospital

Roman Kondratenko

What is the condition of the affected individuals?: Three patients are in intensive care in Gelendzhik city hospital; two more are in regional medical facilities. The poisonings resulted in a syndrome of multi-organ failure, kidney and liver failure.
What factors contributed to the mushroom poisonings?: The symptoms affect people of various ages, including a 22-year-old, elderly individuals, and a pregnant woman. The victims' improper preparation and misidentification of mushrooms caused the poisonings.
What types of mushrooms were involved in the poisoning cases?: The poisoning cases involved a range of mushrooms, including those commonly collected like honey fungus and russula, but also included misidentified poisonous look-alikes of edible mushrooms.
How many people suffered from mushroom poisoning in Gelendzhik?: Ten people in the Gelendzhik region suffered from mushroom poisoning in October-November. Some victims consumed improperly prepared mushrooms, while others misidentified poisonous varieties.
What recommendations did the authorities provide to prevent future incidents?: Authorities recommend only collecting familiar mushroom types and avoiding those that are overripe, wormy, or old. They also advise against mushroom foraging near roads and towns, and not purchasing mushrooms from unauthorized sellers.

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