Warning Signs Of A C. Difficile Infection

A C. difficile infection is a digestive illness that occurs due to Clostridioides difficile bacteria. This illness occurs most often in older individuals in long-term care facilities and hospitals. It is also common after using antibiotics. C. difficile bacteria are present in the air, water, soil, feces, processed meat, and other food products. C. difficile bacteria colonize the large intestine and produce toxins that damage the lining. This damage causes the formation of plaque and the accumulation of decaying cellular debris that produces numerous symptoms indicative of a C. difficile infection.

C. difficile infection treatment involves a course of antibiotics and well as surgery.