How to detoxify after bean sprout poisoning
Apr 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
If symptoms of bean sprout poisoning occur, seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor's treatment recommendations. Detoxification methods include rehydration, eating easily digestible foods, and taking medications as needed. In addition, avoid consuming contaminated bean sprouts. When eating bean sprouts, choose fresh and clean ones, cook them thoroughly, and maintain good personal hygiene.
If symptoms of bean sprout poisoning occur, seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor's treatment recommendations. Detoxification methods include rehydration, eating easily digestible foods, and taking medications.
1. Rehydration
Bean sprout poisoning occurs when bean sprouts become contaminated with bacteria during growth, leading to food poisoning after consumption. Symptoms may include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and fever. These symptoms, particularly diarrhea and vomiting, can easily lead to dehydration. Therefore, it is important to drink plenty of water or other fluids to maintain the body's fluid balance.
2. Eating Easily Digestible Foods
After bean sprout poisoning, the gastrointestinal tract may be irritated. It is advisable to avoid greasy, spicy, or otherwise irritating foods, and instead choose easily digestible options such as rice porridge or noodles.
3. Medication
If symptoms are severe, a doctor may prescribe medications such as ofloxacin tablets, piperacillin tablets, or montmorillonite powder. Under medical supervision, intravenous fluids containing glucose, electrolytes, and vitamins may also be administered to support liver detoxification function.
In addition, gastric lavage (stomach pumping) may be used as a treatment method. To prevent poisoning, avoid consuming contaminated bean sprouts. When eating bean sprouts, choose fresh and clean ones, cook them thoroughly, and maintain good personal hygiene by washing hands frequently to prevent bacterial infection.
