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Botulism is a serious illness caused by a nerve toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are three main types of botulism: foodborne, wound, and infant botulism. Symptoms include double vision, blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, dry mouth, and muscle weakness. Treatment involves antitoxins to block the toxin and supportive care in the hospital, which can take many weeks to recover from fully. Proper food canning and preparation can help prevent botul

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Tamil Villardo

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