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Which of the following statements are true regarding botulinum toxins

Which of the following statements are true regarding botulinum toxins Correct Answer All of these

Botulinum toxins is a neurotoxin and are produced by Clostridium botulinum, which is a spore-forming, saprophytic, gram-positive, and anaerobic bacteria.

Key Points

  • Botulism is a food-borne disease caused by botulinum toxins released by Clostridium botulinum in the food, and ingesting the same.
  • The toxin of C. botulinum, a protein that has been purified and crystallized, is so powerful that only a tiny amount is sufficient to cause death.
  • It binds to nerve endings and interferes with muscle movements
  • The initial symptoms include weakness, blurred vision, feeling tired, and trouble speaking.
  • These may be then followed by Vomiting, swelling of the abdomen, and diarrhea may also occur
  • Paralysis can also occur within a few hours after poisoned food is eaten.

Additional Information

  • Foodborne botulism is caused by the consumption of improperly processed food.
  • Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium that produces dangerous toxins (botulinum toxins) under low-oxygen conditions.
  • Spores produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum are heat-resistant and exist widely in the environment, and in the absence of oxygen they germinate, grow and then excrete toxins.
  • Homemade canned, preserved, or fermented foodstuffs are a common source of foodborne botulism and their preparation requires extra caution.

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