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Pseudomembranous Colitis

Health Encyclopedia: Pseudomembranous Colitis

Definition

Pseudomembranous colitis is infection of the large intestine (colon) with an overgrowth of Clostridium difficile bacteria.


Alternative Names

Antibiotic-associated colitis; Colitis - pseudomembranous; Necrotizing colitis


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

The Clostridium difficile bacteria is normally present in the intestine. However, it may overgrow when antibiotics are taken. The bacteria release a powerful toxin that causes the symptoms. The lining...

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Pseudomembranous colitis
...Colitis - pseudomembranous; Necrotizing colitis Prevention People who have had pseudomembranous colitis should inform their doctors before taking antibiotics again. ... Read more »
Pseudomembranous colitis
Antibiotic-associated colitis; Colitis - pseudomembranous; Necrotizing colitis Symptoms Abdominal cramps (mild to severe) ... Read more »
Pseudomembranous colitis
Antibiotic-associated colitis; Colitis - pseudomembranous; Necrotizing colitis Treatment The antibiotic or other medicine causing the condition... Read more »
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... Colon cancer screening Colorectal polyps Ischemic colitis Pseudomembranous colitis Read more »
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... Ischemic colitis Necrotizing enterocolitis Pseudomembranous colitis Ulcerative colitis Read more »
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