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NOTICE: This condition is a medical emergency. Call 911 for immediate care.
Overview
Botulinus antitoxin is given. Breathing trouble requires hospitalization. The health care team will establish a clear airway and provide supportive therapy. A tube may be inserted through the nose or mouth into the windpipe to provide an airway for oxygen. A breathing machine ma...[read article]
Tests for Botulism
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A fecal culture is a laboratory test to find organisms in the stool (feces) that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms and disease. More
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Electromyography (EMG) is a test that checks the health of the muscles and the nerves that control the muscles. See also: Nerve conduction velocity test More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Assay Test
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Medical Procedures for Botulism
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Mechanical ventilation is the use of a mechanical device (machine) to inflate and deflate the lungs. More
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Colonic irrigation is also known as hydrotherapy of the colon, high colonic, entero-lavage, or simply colonic. It is the process of cleansing the colon by passing s... More
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Gavage tube - infants; OG - infants; NG - infants More
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Endotracheal intubation is a medical procedure in which a tube is placed into the windpipe (trachea), through the mouth or the nose. In most emergency situations it... More
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Diets for Botulism
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Follow a Bland Diet
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
