In foodborne botulism, symptoms generally begin 18 to 36 hours after eating a contaminated food. If you or someone you know has symptoms of botulism, immediately see your doctor or go to the emergency room.
Does botulism always cause paralysis?
The toxin is produced by Clostridium botulinum (C. botulinum), a type of bacterium. All types of botulism eventually lead to paralysis, so any case of botulism is treated as a medical emergency. In the past, it was often fatal, but antitoxins have significantly improved the outlook.
Does botulism cause muscle paralysis?
Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by toxins that produce skeletal muscle paralysis. This paralysis affects muscles that help you breathe and move.
How quickly does botulism affect you?
Signs and symptoms of foodborne botulism typically begin between 12 and 36 hours after the toxin gets into your body. But, depending on how much toxin was consumed, the start of symptoms may range from a few hours to a few days. Signs and symptoms of foodborne botulism include: Difficulty swallowing or speaking.
How long does botulism paralysis last?
Symptoms generally begin 12 to 36 hours after consuming the toxin in food but in rare cases symptoms can occur as early as 6 hours or as late as 2 weeks after exposure. Most people recover from botulism but the recovery period can take months.
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