Serious Symptoms of Botulism
If a healthcare provider cannot identify and treat the
botulism early, the symptoms of botulism progress to paralysis of the:
- Legs
- Arms
- Trunk
- Respiratory system.
People with respiratory symptoms may have to use a ventilator to help them breathe until they recover from the toxin, which normally takes 2 to 8 weeks.
Death occurs in 5 percent to 10 percent of cases of botulism.
Symptoms of Botulism: Summary
Botulinum toxin is one of the most poisonous substances known to exist. For this reason, anyone with possible symptoms of botulism should receive emergency treatment, and public health officials should be notified to locate the source of the contamination and prevent other cases.
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