Bacillary paralysis
- Pronunciation
- /bak-ILL-er-ee pah-rahl-ISIS/
- Category
- Disease
- Plural
- Bacillary paralyses
Definition
A type of paralysis caused by bacteria that infect and damage nerve tissue. This is not a common term in entomology or arachnology.
Etymology
From the Latin 'bacillus', meaning 'rod' (referring to the shape of some bacteria), and 'paralysis'.
Example
Bacillary paralysis can be caused by various bacterial species, including Clostridium botulinum.
Related Terms
- Botulism
- Neurotoxin
- Paralysis
Usage Notes
Bacillary paralysis can manifest as a severe neurological disorder characterized by muscle weakness and paralysis.