Can fish meat still be eaten if the gallbladder is broken

It is generally not recommended to consume fish meat with broken gallbladder. Fish bile contains bile toxins, which may pose a threat to the human body, but the specific effects depend on the type of fish, the degree of bile contamination, and individual constitution. After the rupture of the fish gallbladder, bile may penetrate into the fish meat, causing the taste of the fish meat to become bitter. The bile of some fish species, such as grass carp and carp, contains toxic ingredients such as cyprinid sulfate sodium, which may cause gastrointestinal discomfort symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain after ingestion. In severe cases, it may even lead to liver and kidney damage. During the cooking process, high temperatures may damage some toxins, but cannot completely eliminate the risk, especially for children, the elderly, or those with sensitive constitutions. In rare cases, if the fish bile ruptures and the fish meat is immediately washed with plenty of water, and the bile toxicity of the fish itself is low, such as some marine fish, the risk may be reduced after sufficient treatment. However, fish meat contaminated with bile may still have residual bitterness, affecting taste, and the effectiveness of toxin removal is difficult to guarantee, posing potential health hazards.

When handling fish, avoid breaking the fish gallbladder. If accidentally broken, thoroughly clean the contact area. It is recommended to choose fresh and intact fish and carefully check the integrity of the internal organs before cooking. If you experience discomfort after ingesting fish contaminated with bile, you should immediately stop eating and seek medical attention. Paying attention to the safe handling of ingredients in daily diet can effectively prevent such risks.