With the arrival of summer, crayfish has become a highly sought-after late-night snack. Its spicy and fragrant taste and unique flavor make it a well-deserved "top supper". However, recently, the Department of Orthopedics of Changsha Third Hospital received a patient who was pricked in his finger by the shrimp shell and caused infection due to improper peeling of shrimp shells while eating crayfish. This case is a reminder that people should pay attention to safety and hygiene while enjoying the delicious taste of crayfish.
Entering the summer: Crayfish are sweeping the supper market, but be wary of the risks of eating
Mr. Xie is a crayfish lover in Changsha, and he and his friends had a hearty late-night snack at a crayfish shop half a month ago. However, in the process of eating crayfish, Mr. Xie was accidentally punctured by the shrimp shell in the middle finger of his left hand, leaving a wound. Although he didn't pay much attention, the next day, the wound began to show symptoms of redness, swelling and pain. Mr. Xie underwent simple treatment at the clinic in front of his home, but the wound did not get better, but became more serious.
Entering the summer: Crayfish are sweeping the supper market, but be wary of the risks of eating
Doctors warn that if a person with poor resistance or an underlying medical condition is accidentally pricked or bitten while handling crayfish, the risk factor will be greatly increased. Therefore, when enjoying the delicious taste of crayfish, it is important to handle the shrimp shells carefully to avoid the risk of injury and infection.
In addition to paying attention to safety and hygiene issues, Jiangsu CDC recently issued the "May Disease Prevention Tips" to remind the public to pay attention to the prevention of Haff disease. Haff's disease is a rhabdomyolysis syndrome of unknown cause, which usually occurs within 24 hours of eating aquatic products, and there is no obvious pattern to follow. In recent years, there have been cases of rhabdomyolysis syndrome caused by eating crayfish in Jiangsu, Anhui, Hubei and other places. In addition, eating marine fish and freshwater fish can also cause similar diseases.
To prevent the occurrence of these diseases, experts recommend not eating more than 10 crayfish at a time and be alert to the following four diseases:
1. Allergic reactions: Crayfish is a high-protein food that can easily trigger allergic reactions. For people with allergies, eating crayfish may cause systemic allergies, red rubella masses, and may trigger allergic rhinitis, bronchitis, allergic dermatitis, asthma and other diseases.
2. Acute gastroenteritis: Eating unclean or undercooked crayfish can easily cause acute gastroenteritis, causing diarrhea, vomiting and other digestive problems.
3. Parasitic infection: The neck and head of crayfish are parasitic with a variety of parasites, so it should not be eaten raw. If left unattended, it can lead to parasitic infections that can cause digestive disorders.
4 Gout attacks: Crayfish are rich in purines, so it is not advisable to drink a large amount of beer at the same time when eating. Purines can increase blood uric acid levels, triggering gout attacks.
In addition, although the price of crayfish has decreased recently, experts still warn everyone not to overdo it. Be in moderation and enjoy your food while protecting your health.
Entering the summer: Crayfish are sweeping the supper market, but be wary of the risks of eating
In short, crayfish, as a representative of summer cuisine, has attracted the attention of many people. However, while pursuing deliciousness, we must also pay attention to food safety and hygiene to avoid injuries and infections caused by improper handling. In addition, it is also necessary to pay attention to the appropriate amount when eating crayfish to prevent food-induced diseases. Only by maintaining a healthy diet can you better enjoy the beauty of summer.