The first indication of poisoning is a numbness or tingling of the lips and tongue, which spreads to the fingers and toes. These symptoms are followed by a loss of muscular coordination, ending in paralysis and inability to breathe. At the first sign of symptoms, induce vomiting, take a laxative and drink a solution of baking powder or baking soda and water. Immediate medical attention is required . ASP Symptoms of intoxication in humans include abdominal cramps and vomiting within the first few hours followed by memory loss and disorientation.
Severe intoxications can result in seizures, coma and death.
Immediate medical attention is required . It should be noted that the harvesting of mussels and whelks in the Bay of Fundy is allowed only by special permit. Bacteriological Contamination Bacteriological contamination of coastal harvesting areas is generally caused by human and animal waste discharges. Click here to view maps of bacteriological closures. Do not harvest any species of shellfish from PSP, ASP, or bacteriological contaminated areas, or within 120m of any wharf Oysters and clams purchasedin the shell should be refrigerated but not frozen.