Botulism Symptoms: Recognizing & Understanding the Signs

Botulism symptoms vary by severity but commonly include:

• Difficulty swallowing
• Blurred vision
• Drooping eyelids
• Slurred speech
• Muscle weakness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Difficulty breathing
• Paralysis

In severe cases, botulism can lead to respiratory failure and death.