Infant botulism is caused by the ingestion of Clostridium botulinum spores, while botulism in older children and adults is most commonly caused by the ingestion of toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum.

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Infant botulism is caused by the ingestion of Clostridium botulinum spores, while botulism in older children and adults is most commonly caused by the ingestion of toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum.

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