Summary of A Man Had 2 Week Old Baked Potato For Dinner. This Is What Happened To His Brain.
A man consumed a 2-week-old baked potato and prison wine made with the potato, leading to symptoms of botulism.
botulism is caused by the botulinum toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria.
The toxin affects the neuromuscular junction, causing paralysis and difficulty breathing.
Treatment involves supportive care, including administering botulinum antitoxin and using a machine to help with breathing.
Long-term effects of botulism can include muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing, and double vision.
The man eventually made a full recovery after 58 days, with some lingering weakness and swallowing issues.
The lesson learned is to be cautious when processing foods, as botulism can occur in specific conditions.
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Notable Quotes
— 07:56 — « The toxic illness associated with a 2 week old baked potato is botulism. »
— 10:22 — « When looking at a baked potato wrapped in aluminum foil and stashed away in a prison cell for several weeks, that is all of those conditions at the same time. »
— 11:11 — « The sock used to filter the prison wine tested positive for Clostridium botulinum. »
— 12:14 — « Pruno is not allowed to be produced in prisons, but that isnt going to stop some people from making it. »
— 15:22 — « Be careful when processing foods yourself, as the bacteria that makes botulinum toxin is everywhere. »
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