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Apr 17, 2007 -
As if we haven't had enough of recall madness, yet another item has been recalled.
The FDA has put out a release announcing the recall of olives made by Charlie Brown di Rutigliano & Figli S.r.l, of Bari, Italy. The reason for the recall?
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Introduction
Botulism Immune Globulin
Treats an infection called infant botulism in infants under 1 year of age. Botulism is a type of food poisoning caused by a bacteria that lives in soil and in contaminated food. The bacteria (toxin) gets into the body when a person eats infected food.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
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- Prevention
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Bacteria
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Definition
Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. The bacteria may enter the body through wounds, or they may live in improperly canned or preserved food.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Clostridium botulinum is found in soil and untreated water throughout the world.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Infant botulism is a potentially life-threatening disease in which the bacteria Clostridium botulinum grows within the baby's gastrointestinal tract.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Clostridium botulinum is a spore-forming organism that is common in nature. The spores may be found in soil and certain foods (such as honey and some corn syrups).
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Food poisoning
Antibodies
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Definition
Food poisoning is the result of eating organisms or toxins in contaminated food. Most cases of food poisoning are from common bacteria such as Staphylococcus or E. coli.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Food poisoning is the result of eating food contaminated with bacteria or other toxins. Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps, and generally start 4 - 36 hours after eating contaminated food. While many cases are caused by bacteria, some cases can result from eating poisonous plants (some mushrooms, for instance) and animals (pufferfish).
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Drooling
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Definition
Drooling is saliva flowing outside the mouth.
Alternative Names
Salivation
Considerations
Drooling is generally caused by:
- Problems keeping saliva in the mouth
- Problems with swallowing
- Too much saliva production
Some people with drooling problems are at increased risk of breathing saliva, food, or fluids into the lungs. This may cause harm if there is a problem with the body's normal reflexes (such as gagging and coughing).
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Hypotonia
Central nervous system
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Definition
Hypotonia is decreased muscle tone.
Alternative Names
Decreased muscle tone; Floppy infant
Considerations
Hypotonia is often a sign of a worrisome problem. It may be a sign of a central nervous system problem, genetic disorder, or muscle disorder.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Definition
Muscle function loss is when a muscle doesn't work or move as it is supposed to. The medical term for complete loss of muscle function is paralysis.
Alternative Names
Paralysis; Loss of movement
Considerations
In the United States, loss of muscle function most often results from stroke or injury such as broken neck or back.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Definition
Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles.
Alternative Names
Lack of strength; Muscle weakness
Considerations
Weakness may be generalized (total body weakness) or localized to only one area, side of the body, limb, or muscle. Weakness is more notable when it is localized.
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