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ByHeart infant formula has been recalled due to contamination with Clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that causes infant botulism. This infection is typically spread to infants via food items like honey. The botulism spores grow in the intestines, and the bacteria produces the botulinum toxin. The toxin then attacks the nerves, paralyzing the muscles.

Symptoms of infant botulism include:
• Constipation
• Weak cry
• Facial weakness or drooping
• Droopy eyelids
• Reduced muscle tone causing weakness and floppiness like poor head control
• Difficulty breathing
• Poor feeding

If your baby has any of these symptoms, along with a possible exposure, seek medical care right away. Early administration of antitoxin can reduce symptoms.

 

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