Nonlethal Mushroom Poisoning

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Abstract
The harvesting and consumption of wild mushrooms is a popular pastime in many areas of the USA. Reports of mushroom poisonings and fatalities increased since 2964. Between May 1973-April 1978, 16 cases of mushroom poisonings were treated at an institution [in Washington, USA] including 13 within a 12 mo. period ending April 1978. All patients exhibited gastrointestinal or neurologic symptoms which responded to supportive therapy. There were no fatalities. In most cases, the clinical course can be predicted and appropriate therapy instituted if the mushroom is identified or if the interval between the ingestion and the onset of symptoms can be ascertained and certain characteristic symptoms are observed.

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