Botulism
What Is Botulism-
Food poisoning caused by a bacterium (botulinum) growing on improperly sterilized canned meats and other preserved foods.Botulism can occur in a few different ways. The bacterial spores that cause it are common in both soil and water. They produce botulinum toxin when exposed to low oxygen levels and certain temperatures. Foodborne botulism happens when food containing the toxin is eaten. Infant botulism happens when the bacteria develops in the intestines and releases toxin.
What's The Symptoms Of Botulism-
Signs and symptoms of foodborne botulism include:
How To Prevent Botulism-
Botulism is a serious illness that occurs most often after a person has ingested food containing the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Home-canned food and food that has been improperly handled may harbor this deadly bacteria. Botulism can also enter the body through wounds. The best way to prevent botulism is to ensure safe food preparation and seek medical attention for wounds right away.
Food poisoning caused by a bacterium (botulinum) growing on improperly sterilized canned meats and other preserved foods.Botulism can occur in a few different ways. The bacterial spores that cause it are common in both soil and water. They produce botulinum toxin when exposed to low oxygen levels and certain temperatures. Foodborne botulism happens when food containing the toxin is eaten. Infant botulism happens when the bacteria develops in the intestines and releases toxin.
What's The Symptoms Of Botulism-
Signs and symptoms of foodborne botulism include:
- Difficulty swallowing or speaking.
- Dry mouth.
- Facial weakness on both sides of the face.
- Blurred or double vision.
- Drooping eyelids.
- Trouble breathing.
- Nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.
- Paralysis.
How To Prevent Botulism-
Botulism is a serious illness that occurs most often after a person has ingested food containing the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Home-canned food and food that has been improperly handled may harbor this deadly bacteria. Botulism can also enter the body through wounds. The best way to prevent botulism is to ensure safe food preparation and seek medical attention for wounds right away.