Apr 18, 2024 · Botulism ("BOT-choo-liz-um") is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Botulism causes difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis, and even death.

Jul 12, 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 …

Botulism is a rare and potentially fatal illness caused by botulinum toxin, which is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. The disease begins with weakness, blurred vision, feeling …

Nov 9, 2025 · Botulism is a potentially fatal infectious disease that causes muscle paralysis and breathing problems. Botulism is caused by a toxin produced by a bacterium named …

Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. The bacteria produce a poison (toxin) that disrupts your body’s nervous system.

Sep 25, 2023 · Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium that produces dangerous toxins (botulinum toxins) under low-oxygen conditions. Botulinum toxins are one of the most lethal substances …

Botulism is poisoning due to Clostridium botulinum toxin that affects the peripheral nerves. Botulism may occur without infection if toxin is ingested, injected, or inhaled.

Apr 3, 2025 · Botulism is a rare but potentially fatal illness caused by botulinum toxin, a toxin produced by a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum. In the United States, most cases of …

Nov 25, 2024 · Botulism is a neuroparalytic syndrome that results from the systemic effects of a neurotoxin produced by the Gram-positive, rod-shaped, spore-forming, obligate anaerobic …

Dec 7, 2025 · Infant botulism happens when a baby consumes the spores of the bacteria from soil or honey. All forms can be deadly and are medical emergencies. Symptoms include double or …