What is ciguatera poisoning?
Ciguatera poisoning is a type of toxin found in tropical reef fish. If ingested it can lead to gastrointestinal problems, and possible neurological issues. Some symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, numbness and tingling. The illness is self limiting and often subsides after several days.
How do members experience ciguatera poisoning?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with ciguatera poisoning*
Common symptoms
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Common symptom
Pain
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
Common symptom
Stress
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for ciguatera poisoning*
Who has ciguatera poisoning on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 0 | |
| 40s | 0 | |
| 50s | 0 | |
| 60s | 1 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 0 | |
| Female | 2 |