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On a scale of 1 to 10 this bacterial infection is at about a 4, most people wont die from this infection because it doesnt spread and also it is very curable. On statistics at the CDC it shows that only 8% (survival rate) will die (even though this is still a big number). This infection is very rare so that is why the percentage is at where it is. Botulism only occurs if you are not looking at the contents of the cans you use and not looking at what is inside them and when you get the botulism inside your open cuts.
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Is botulism caused by a bacteria protozoan parasite virus or fungus?
Botulism is caused by a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. This bacteria produces a toxin that causes nerve damage. The way to get this bacteria is through food, although it causes little GI damage.
What is the damage rate caused by salmonella typhi?
the damage rate of S. Typhimurium is 2,907,421 to 1
What is the rate of the degree of damage caused the tuberculosis?
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Why can't you prescribe an antibiotic when having botulism?
Botulism isn't caused by a bacteria; it's caused by a poison. Antibiotics wouldn't be directly helpful in treating it.
What is the survival rate on brain damage caused from near drowning?
75%
What causes botulisum?
Botulism is caused by a toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Botulism can be contracted by eating infected foods or in wounds such as those caused by injecting drugs.
Is botulism a virus bacteria or a protist?
No, botulism is the disease caused by the ingestion of the toxin formed during the growth of the bacteria Clostridium botulinum.
What are some of the diseases caused by clostridium?
Botulism is the main one.
What diseases of the muscles is caused by toxins released by bacteria?
Botulism
What is the bacteria that causes Botulism?
The bacteria Clostridium botulinu causes botulism.About 110 cases of botulism occur in the U.S. per year. It usually is caused by food that was not prepared well, and is then ingested. If you suspect botulism, go to the hospital or call 911, it is deadly if not treated.
What is the gram stain of botulism?
Botulism is caused by the bacterium Clostridium botulinumand all Clostridia species are Gram positive, so the organisms causing botulism would give a Gram positive result :)
Can saliva cause botulism?
Not really. Botulism is a specific illness caused by toxins formed by Clostridium botulinum. That bacterium is generally found in the soil.
