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What does botulinum toxin do?

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Botulinum toxin blocks motor nerves' ability to release acetylcho-line, the neurotransmitter that relays nerve signals to muscles, and flaccid paralysis occurs.

First answer by Gale Ency. of Medicine. Last edit by Gale Ency. of Medicine. Contributor trust: 37 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 1 [recommend question].

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