Botulism in Adults and Children
Alternate Names : Food Poisoning
How is the condition diagnosed?
The bacteria can be detected in stool samples and in foods. The toxin also can
be found in serum, which is the watery portion of blood.
Electromyography, or EMG, is measurement of a muscle's
electrical activity. This test may be ordered to measure the electrical activity of the muscles. Brain scans and spinal fluid exams can
also be helpful in making the diagnosis.
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