Parkinsonian features are seen commonly after methanol poisoning. These sequelae are associated with damage to the putamen. Common parkinsonian symptoms such as dystonia, cog-wheeling, stooped posture, shuffling gait and hypokinesis have been well described. Muscle spasms have also been reported. As expected these symptoms respond poorly to traditional therapy.
Diagnosis is the most important part of treating methanol poisoning.
In cases of stupor of unknown cause, an osmolar gap should be performed routinely. This enables early recognition and treatment of methanol intoxication. In addition, a careful history should be taken in high-risk patients who complain of typical symptoms. Cerebral computed tomography in methanol intoxication. Brain hemorrhage associated with methanol poisoning.