Botulism 101: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Treatment, And Prevention
Treatment

If a medical professional suspects infant botulism, the baby may be treated immediately without confirmation of the test results. Immediate hospitalization is required in most cases. Babies will be given Botulism Immune Globulin Intravenous-Human, also known as BIG-V or BabyBIG. Adults with respiratory problems will be put on a ventilator along with intensive nursing to improve paralysis. Any patient doctors suspect may be suffering from botulism will typically be given injections of antitoxins. Patients with wound botulism will be prescribed antibiotics and the area surrounding the wound will be removed.