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Botulinus Toxin.
Botulinus Toxin - as a noun
Potent bacterial toxin produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum that causes botulism; can be used as a bioweapon
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botulinbotulismotoxinExample Sentences
"The presence of botulinus toxin in contaminated food can cause botulism, a severe and potentially fatal illness."
"To treat migraines, some doctors inject botulinus toxin into specific areas of the head and neck."
"Due to its paralyzing effects on muscles, botulinus toxin can also be used to treat conditions like muscle spasms and excessive sweating."
"The use of botulinus toxin should be carefully controlled and administered by trained medical professionals."
"In laboratory settings, scientists study the mechanisms of botulinus toxin to develop new treatments or antidotes."
