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Infant botulism

Infant botulism is an uncommon, bacterial form of food poisoning affecting infants less than 1 year old. The condition responsible is the Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It is important to note that the bacteria releases toxin that triggers the symptoms. If the condition is diagnosed early along with proper treatment, the outlook is good but can […]

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Overview on necrotizing enterocolitis

Necrotizing enterocolitis involves inflammation in the intestines that can be dangerous if not promptly treated. The condition might only affect the lining of the intestine or throughout its entire thickness. The impairment brought about by necrotizing enterocolitis to the tissues of the intestine can cause a perforation that enables bacteria normally present in the intestinal

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