What are Bacterial Toxins?
Bacterial toxins are by-products produced by pathogenic microbes that have taken up residence in the body. Bacterium can enter a host by various means, such as consuming contaminated food or water. Bacteria can also be introduced through mucous membranes, either by direct contact with the source or as a consequence of breathing in air-borne bacteria. The type of bacterial toxins released depends on the species of invading bacteria.
