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I ate food that was vacuum sealed and had sweet potatoes. im nervous about getting botulism. i currently have dry mouth but no weakness anywhere?

Q: i ate food that was vacuum sealed and had sweet potatoes. im nervous about getting botulism. i currently have dry mouth but no weakness anywhere?

: The information provided does not suggest botulism or your fixation on the condition.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

The information provided does not suggest botulism or your fixation on the condition.

Answered 6/23/2022

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A member asked:

I ate food that was vacuum sealed and had sweet potatoes. im nervous about getting botulism. i currently have dry mouth but no weakness anywhere?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

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