The patients were admitted to Tuyen Quang Provincial General Hospital on the night of 2/8, suffering from severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, dizziness, and lightheadedness.

Doctors provided intensive care at the Intensive Care Unit – Poison Control and Pediatrics departments. All 5 patients are now out of danger and remain under observation at the hospital.

Many mushroom varieties share similar appearances and colors but contain different toxins, making them easily confused.

A doctor examines a patient suffering from mushroom poisoning. *Photo: Hospital*

Doctors strongly advise against consuming unfamiliar or wild mushrooms, even if they resemble previously eaten varieties. They also caution against using unidentified forest plants as food or medicine, as traditional knowledge is not always reliable.

If experiencing symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, or abdominal pain after consuming wild mushrooms or plants, seek immediate medical attention at the nearest healthcare facility. Do not attempt self-treatment.