Shellfish Poisoning, Gastrointestinal
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Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
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Shellfish Poisoning OverviewShellfish poisoning is caused by eating shellfish contaminated with bacteria or, more commonly, viruses. Contaminated shellfish include shrimp, crabs, clams, oysters, dried fish, and salted raw fish. Contaminated fish may have a tainted odor or taste. |
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