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12 Ιουλ 2022 · Botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Botulism may cause life-threatening symptoms. A type of bacteria called Clostridium botulinum produces the toxin. Botulism can occur as the result of food or wound contamination.
25 Σεπ 2023 · Botulinum toxins are neurotoxic and therefore affect the nervous system. Foodborne botulism is characterized by descending, flaccid paralysis that can cause respiratory failure. Early symptoms include marked fatigue, weakness and vertigo, usually followed by blurred vision, dry mouth and difficulty in swallowing and speaking.
Botulism is a rare but serious illness that attacks your body’s nervous system. Types of botulism include foodborne, infant and wound botulism. Botulism is usually caused by a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. Symptoms include muscle weakness and paralysis.
1 Απρ 2024 · Botulism is caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves and causes muscle weakness. Botulism can weaken muscles used in breathing, which can lead to difficulty breathing and even death. Botulism is an emergency. People with symptoms should see a doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.
26 Ιουν 2017 · Botulism is a serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. The disease may occur after eating foods containing the toxin or due to development of the spores within the intestine of young children or within wounds.
22 Απρ 2024 · Botulism is a neuroparalytic illness characterized by symmetric, descending flaccid paralysis of motor and autonomic nerves, always beginning with the cranial nerves. Signs and symptoms may include: Dysphagia. Muscle weakness. Diplopia. Ptosis. Blurry vision. Slurred speech. Respiratory distress or failure. Ocular palsy
Home. Infectious disease topics. Botulism is a serious bacterial illness that leads to paralysis, and is caused by a toxin that affects the body’s nerves. Botulism toxins are one of the most lethal known substances and are included among potential bioterrorism threats.
