In the period from August 31 to September 5, 46 cases of alcohol poisoning (methanol) have been registered in Armenia, 17 of which resulted in death. 16 patients were discharged after receiving medical care. 29 cases were registered in Armavir region with 9 deaths, 15 cases in Yerevan, with 7 deaths. 2 cases in Kotayk region, with 1 death.
At the moment, 13 patients are receiving treatment for alcohol poisoning in different medical centers of the republic. Neurological symptoms (nausea, darkening of consciousness, dizziness), comatose state were observed in patients. 3 of the patients became blind. All of these symptoms are typical of methanol poisoning.
Doctors assess the condition of only 1 of the patients as satisfactory, and the rest continue to remain in a serious and extremely serious condition.
The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Armenia urges to refrain from the use of non-factory-made alcoholic beverages of unknown origin, as well as alcohol purchased from pharmacies.
