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

Botulism -- United StatesThe 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, MDProfessor EmeritusNJ Medical School of the Rutgers UniversityFormer director, NJ Poison Information Read more [...]