Thursday December 3, 2009


Q: What is Scombroidosis?


Answer: Scombroidosis refers to histamine poisoning from the ingestion of fish improperly stored at an elevated temperature. Histamine and cis-urocanic acid are produced by various bacteria that multiply in the spoiled fish.

Patients usually present with a frightening flush but no urticaria, palpitations, syncope, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.