A 16-week old baby boy is fighting for his life in Edinburgh after being diagnosed with botulism.

Logan Douglas from Fife is the first youngster to become infected with the disease since the infant strain was identified more than three decades ago.

The tot is said to be in a critical but stable condition after being transferred to the Sick Kids Hospital, where a quick thinking doctor tested for the rare toxins.

He is reported to be suffering from some paralysis and is on a life support machine.

Logan's Mum, Theresa Fitzpatrick, said: “We are pleased that he’s in the best place to get the treatment he needs and hope he will be fit and strong again as soon as possible.”

Dad Alex Douglas, added: “He’s our bonnie lad and we are looking forward to getting him back home soon and seeing him smiling again.”

Infant botulism is incredibly rare, with just six cases in the UK since it's discovery in 1976. It is caused by a bacteria which lives in soil and can be transferred via wounds.

However, most cases in babies are thought to be caused by giving them honey. The food carries the spores which cause the disease and babies digestive systems are unable to cope.

The toxin then spreads in the gut and cause breathing problems, muscle weakness and paralysis.

Experts say parents should avoid giving infants honey and should never put it on their dummy.