A reveller has died after a month-long fight with suspected methanol poisoning following a drinking session.
Andrei Borodin passed away over a month after he suddenly collapsed.
He was rushed to a hospital, showing signs consistent with methanol poisoning, including light sensitivity, blurred vision, and memory loss.
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Hours later, the 32-year-old fell into a coma due to “severe brain swelling”, according to his girlfriend, Viktoria Agapova.
The Russian national spent weeks on a ventilator at the Bali International Medical Centre in Nusa Dua, Indonesia.
Although tests came back negative for methanol – likely because the substance had already metabolised – doctors suspected it was the cause of his condition.
During his month-long struggle, Andrei experienced brief moments of improvement, regaining some sensation in his fingers and toes.
However, one of his lungs collapsed twice, a complication from the ventilator keeping him alive, as reported by Need To Know.
The expat who was living in Bali died on Saturday (22 Nov) after he fell ill on 19 October.
Viktoria launched an online fundraiser in an attempt to transfer him to a hospital in Russia, citing a lack of critical equipment in Bali to monitor brain pressure and prevent further damage.
It is believed he passed away in Bali before any transfer could take place.
His loved ones said in a statement: “He fought bravely for a long time, and we did everything we could to bring him back.
“The fundraiser is now closed. All donations will be given to his parents.”
The Facebook page “Just Don’t Drink Spirits In Bali” described Andrei as having “the biggest zest for life”, praising his adventurous spirit.
“He surfs, snowboards, skydives, and is such an active, vibrant person with a smile that wins the world over.”
Viktoria wrote: “I can’t put into words how proud I am of you. You were so strong throughout this whole journey. And I’m glad if you’re no longer in pain.
“See you in heaven, my dear. I love you endlessly.”
Methanol can occur naturally during brewing and distilling. Commercial producers carefully test and filter their alcohol to make sure it is safe to consume.
By contrast, many unlicensed home distilleries in Indonesia operate without oversight, leaving drinkers at serious risk of potentially fatal poisoning.
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