Botulism
Also called: allantiasis
A rare poisoning caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Spreads through contaminated food or water
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging often required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
- Critical: needs emergency care
Botulism can be fatal and requires emergency medical care. It can occur in infants, be spread in food, or infect a wound.
Extremely rare: Fewer than 1,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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