Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

by Bauman, Robert W,, PhD

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 032191855X

ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 20 - Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System and Eyes - Questions For Review - Fill in the Blanks - Page 634: 5

Answer

Clostridium botulinum

Work Step by Step

Clostridium botulinum is a bacteria that causes botulism. The bacteria produces a toxin that is responsible for causing symptoms of botulism such as muscle weakness, dry mouth, nausea and vomiting.

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