When we enjoy the delicious taste of seafood, we often ignore the possible health risks.
Recently, a patient who almost died from eating "sea fish" was admitted. Because the hand was accidentally scratched when cleaning the internal organs of the marine fish with bare hands, the result was an acute and severe infection, and the necrosis of the muscle fascia and sepsis of the lower limbs appeared. The culprit is the marine Vibrio vulnificus carried by marine fish!According to the patient's family, during his hospitalization in Tianjin, the doctor in charge informed them of the danger and had been admitted to the patient in the early stageFourThree patients with marine Vulnificus infection died and one amputated.
It can have such serious consequences, so it is necessary for everyone to know about it so that you can enjoy delicious seafood safely.
What is Vibrio vulnificus?
It is a halophilic, gram-negative Vibrio that grows in warm seawaterMarine fish, oysters, crabs, shellfish and other seafood can carry the bacteria, which enters the human body by touching the wound or eating seafood contaminated with it and is not fully cooked, causing serious infection.
What are the symptoms of a marine Vulnificus infection?
We don't need to worry too much, although Vibrio vulnificus is dangerous, healthy people are not susceptible to infection. However, high-risk people with underlying medical conditions and low immunity are very dangerousPatients with diabetes, chronic liver disease, chronic renal failure, rheumatoid arthritis, lymphoma, etc., need special attention.
Generally speaking, infected patients will have symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea, followed by redness and swelling of the lower limbs, severe pain, and even necrotizing fasciitis, septic shock, etc., which are life-threatening in severe cases. If you have a history of exposure and symptoms, you must seek medical attention promptly.
How can we prevent V. vulnificus infection?
1. First of all, avoid eating raw, cold and undercooked seafood, especially for high-risk groups. We need to ensure that the seafood is fresh and cooked adequately, because Vibrio vulnificus is not resistant to high temperatures, and seafood can be killed as long as it is cooked at high temperatures.
2. When we handle seafood, we should wear stab-proof gloves and avoid contact with wounds.
3. If you have a wound, avoid going to the beach to play in the water to avoid being infected.
4. Clean the kitchen and utensils regularly to avoid bacterial infection.
Despite the serious consequences of marine Vulnificus infection, its risks can be avoided as long as we handle and consume seafood correctly. Seafood has a delicious taste and rich nutrition, so let's face the safety hazards in marine food with a positive attitude, not only to enjoy the joy brought by food, but also to pay attention to food safety and protect our health. Autumn and Winter Check-in ChallengeWelcome to pay attention to and let more people understand the harm of this microorganism, eat scientifically and live a healthy life.