First aid for false boletus poisoning, the main symptoms and consequences
Before going to the forest for fresh fragrant mushrooms, it is necessary to study the features of edible specimens. The false boletus is especially well masked, poisoning with which can have unpleasant consequences for health. It is important to remember the symptoms of the disease and take the necessary measures at the first sign.
Differences between edible boletus and false
Edible boletus outwardly looks inconspicuous. It has a small slimy hat of a grayish-whitish hue. As the mushroom matures, the cap acquires an ocher color. The stalk is strongly thickened towards the base. Its coloring is vaguely reminiscent of birch bark. The spores of the mushroom are pink or pinkish-brown in color. Cut the mushroom in half and observe it. After some time, the cut should not change its color.
False boletus, gall fungus or mustard has a more catchy appearance. Its hat is colored brown with a yellowish or chestnut tint. The skin is smooth and fairly dry. Its diameter reaches 15 cm. This mushroom can often be found on loamy soil in coniferous plantings or on the edges.
Before picking mushrooms and preparing them for food, carefully study each specimen. The use of a poisonous product leads to negative consequences.
What is the danger of using false boletus?
Boletus poisoning does not have a strong toxic effect on the body. From the fact that you eat a few mushrooms, nothing terrible will happen. But if you eat them regularly, then negative health effects cannot be avoided. The resinous substances contained in the fungus have a toxic effect. Getting on the walls of the stomach, they irritate the mucous membrane.
Long-term nutrition with gall fungus leads to damage to the liver and other internal organs. In severe cases, cirrhosis develops. If a person’s immunity is weakened or has intolerance to such a product, then its use leads to the following consequences:
- violation of the functioning of the biliary tract;
- liver damage;
- dizziness (see);
- weakness.
It is almost impossible to eat a lot of gall mushrooms, as they have an unpleasant bitter taste. It is impossible to improve the dish with any spices. The presence of even one false mushroom will spoil the taste of food.
The first signs of poisoning
Many people wonder if it is possible to get poisoned by a false boletus. In fact, this happens very rarely. More often this happens if the mushrooms were pickled. Vinegar beats off the unpleasant taste of bitterness, so by negligence you can eat a lot of them. In this case, the following characteristic symptoms are observed:
- an attack of nausea and vomiting;
- pain in the abdomen (see);
- disorders in the digestive system.
Signs appear several hours after eating false boletus. If vomiting does not stop, dehydration develops. With the timely diagnosis of the problem, the treatment is quick and without negative consequences.
Advice! In case of boletus poisoning and symptoms appear, seek medical attention. After eating false mushrooms, it is recommended to undergo an ultrasound of the liver to exclude the possibility of damage to it.
What to do when symptoms appear?
The answer to the question of whether it is possible to poison yourself with boletus is ambiguous. Therefore, when alarming symptoms are detected, it is better to take first aid measures. It is necessary to clear the stomach of the remnants of mushrooms (see). If there is no vomiting, then it will have to be called. To do this, drink at least 3 glasses of lightly salted water. After that, press on the root of the tongue with your fingers. Repeat until all food is out of the stomach.
After gastric lavage, take sorbents (Activated charcoal, Polysorb, Smecta, Polyphepan). Strictly follow the instructions that come with each package of the drug. After all procedures, you must drink plenty of fluids. With chills, it is recommended to lie down and cover yourself with a warm blanket.
In exceptional cases, false boletus poisoning provokes symptoms of respiratory failure or confusion. This is due to the rapid spread of toxins through the bloodstream. They have a negative effect on the central nervous system. In such a situation, you should immediately consult a doctor.
Treatment after poisoning
If toxic liver damage occurs after poisoning, then the treatment program is selected by the doctor. You will have to undergo a series of examinations and pass the necessary tests. You will need to take medications that restore liver function.
More often, special measures after poisoning do not need to be taken. It will be enough to observe the correct diet. First of all, the disturbed water-salt balance is restored. To do this, drink as much mineral water as possible.
Do not load the affected gastrointestinal tract immediately after poisoning. In the next few days, you will have to stick to a diet. Avoid fried, fatty, smoked foods. Give preference to chicken or fish. Stewed vegetables are suitable as a side dish. For dessert, eat fruit. Citrus fruits should not be eaten, as they contain many acids that irritate the walls of the stomach. It is better to have breakfast with porridge boiled in water. You can add honey or some fruit to it.
False boletus is considered a conditionally poisonous mushroom. It is extremely difficult to poison him. If this does happen, take action immediately. Remember that it is better to throw away questionable mushrooms than to be treated for poisoning later. Watch in the video how to distinguish a real boletus from a false one.
