noun
- a form of food poisoning caused by eating certain tropical fish that contain toxins
Usage: medical
Examples
- The tourist developed ciguatera after eating barracuda at the resort.
- Ciguatera symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- Large predatory fish from tropical waters are more likely to cause ciguatera.
- The doctor diagnosed ciguatera based on the patient’s recent fish consumption.
- Ciguatera poisoning can cause unusual sensations like hot and cold reversal.
- There is no specific treatment for ciguatera, only supportive care.