PRO/EDR> Infant botulism – USA (02): (TX) comment

Botulism — United States
The use of chamomile is common among many people, particularly those of Latin origin. A study from Argentina found the contamination of chamomile by _C. botulinum_ is as common as that of honey. The diagnosis is easy enough if a pediatrician thinks of it. Any infant worked up for “sepsis” at that age should have the diagnosis of infant botulism considered.

Steven Marcus, MD
Professor Emeritus
NJ Medical School of the Rutgers University
Former director, NJ Poison Information and