Publications by authors named "A Fazzino"
Ital J Pediatr
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Botulism is a serious disease caused by a toxin from Clostridium botulinum, leading to muscle paralysis and respiratory issues; diagnosing it can be tough without typical risk factors, such as honey consumption.
- A documented case of infant botulism in Sicily involved an exclusively breastfed baby showing symptoms like poor suction and hypotonia, without any obvious food contamination history.
- The key to the successful treatment was recognizing the signs early, administering botulinum antitoxin, and confirming the diagnosis through tests, emphasizing the need for awareness of all possible exposure sources, including inhalation of contaminated dust.
