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   Bot·u·lism

   /ˈbäCHəˌliz(ə)m/

   

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   • 1. food poisoning caused by a bacterium (botulinum) growing on improperly sterilized canned meats and other preserved foods.

   Word Origin mid 19th century: from German Botulismus, originally ‘sausage poisoning’, from Latin botulus ‘sausage’.

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   What is human botulism?

   • Human botulism may refer to foodborne botulism, infant botulism, wound botulism, and inhalation botulism or other types of intoxication. Foodborne botulism, caused by consumption of improperly processed food, is a rare but potentially fatal disease if not diagnosed rapidly and treated with antitoxin.

   Botulism - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   What is botulism poisoning?

   • Botulism poisoning is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body’s nerves. Learn what to do if you or someone else shows symptoms.

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   What causes botulism?

   • A type of bacteria called Clostridium botulinum produces the toxin. Botulism can occur as the result of food or wound contamination. The condition can also occur when bacterial spores grow in the intestines of infants. In rare cases, botulism can also be caused by medical treatment or bioterrorism. Three common forms of botulism are:

   Botulism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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3. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › botulismBotulism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Jul 12, 2022 · Botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Learn about the types, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of botulism, and how to prevent it from food or wound contamination.

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   Botulism is a rare and potentially fatal illness caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. The disease begins with weakness, blurred vision, feeling tired, and trouble speaking. This may then be followed by weakness of the arms, chest muscles, and legs.

   • Usual onset: 12 to 72 hours
   • Symptoms: Weakness, trouble seeing, feeling tired, trouble speaking

   • Causes: Clostridium botulinum

5. www.cdc.gov › botulismBotulism | Botulism | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and ...

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   Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body’s nerves, leading to muscle weakness and breathing problems. Learn about the kinds of botulism, the symptoms, the diagnosis, the treatment, the prevention, and the bioterrorism of this condition from the CDC.

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6. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsBotulism - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Sep 25, 2023 · Botulism is a rare but potentially fatal disease caused by ingestion of botulinum toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The toxins block nerve functions and can lead to respiratory and muscular paralysis. Learn about the different types, sources and prevention of botulism.

7. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesBotulism: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments - Cleveland Clinic

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   Feb 22, 2023 · Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by bacteria that produce a poison (toxin) that attacks your nervous system. Learn about the different types of botulism, how they affect your body, and how they are treated.

8. www.healthline.com › health › botulismBotulism: Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis - Healthline

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   Sep 29, 2018 · Botulism is a rare but serious illness that can be caused by a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It can be transmitted through contaminated food, soil, or open wounds, and lead to paralysis, breathing difficulties, and death. Learn how to recognize the symptoms, diagnose the condition, treat the toxin, and prevent the infection.

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   Botulism is a rare and potentially fatal condition caused by the toxin of the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. The five main kinds of botulism are infant, wound, foodborne, iatrogenic, and adult intestinal toxemia, each with different sources and symptoms. Learn more about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of each kind of botulism.