Botulism
Definition
Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The bacteria may enter the body through wounds, or they may live in improperly canned or preserved food.
Symptoms
Symptoms usually appear 8 - 36 hours after consuming contaminated food. There is NO fever with this infection.
In adults, symptoms may include:
* Abdominal cramps
* Breathing difficulty that may lead to respiratory failure
* Difficulty swallowing and speaking
* Double vision
* Dry mouth
* Nausea
* Temporary lack of breathing
* Vomiting
* Weakness with paralysis (equal on both sides of the body)
Symptoms in infants may include:
* Constipation
* Weakness, loss of muscle tone
* Weak cry
* Poor feeding and weak sucking
* Respiratory distress
* Alertness, despite weakness
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