The methanol poisoning that “all began with that drink”

• Methanol poisoning can occur from contaminated alcoholic beverages; clinicians should maintain high suspicion for methanol toxicity in patients presenting with unexplained metabolic acidosis, visual disturbances, or neurological symptoms following alcohol consumption.
• Early recognition and treatment with fomepizole (alcohol dehydrogenase inhibitor) and supportive care including haemodialysis are critical to prevent serious morbidity and mortality from methanol poisoning.
• Healthcare professionals should counsel patients about the risks of unregulated or illicit alcohol sources, particularly when travelling internationally, as contaminated drinks remain a significant public health hazard.

Calum was poisoned by methanol and has since joined a campaign to raise awareness of the risks

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