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Can botulism be dangerous?
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Yes: It is extremely dangerous and can kill. Get seen asap if you think you are infected.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Botulism: This toxemia can be rapidly fatal. The toxin produced by clostridium botulinum is gram for gram probably the most lethal in the world. If you think you may have been exposed seek medical help asap. This is not something to sit around and watch. It has been estimated that 15 grams of botulinum toxin properly distributed could kill everyone on earth.
Answered 11/2/2015
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