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Name the clinical features of botulism and name 4 signs or symptoms.
Multiple symmetric bulbar paralysis that progresses to symmetric descending acute flaccid paralysis that can progress to respiratory compromise.
Signs/symptoms: constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, doploplia, ptosis, blurred vision, floppiness, facial weakness, extremity weakness, lethargy, weak cry, difficulty swallowing, poor head control decreased gag reflex, hyporeflexia.
- The toxin does not cross the blood brain barrier, so there is no affect on sensation.