Clostridioides difficile (klos-TRID-e-oi-deez dif-uh-SEEL) is a bacterium that causes an infection of the colon, the longest part of the large intestine. Symptoms can range from diarrhea to life …

Jun 22, 2022 · There are different types of colitis, with different causes. Some are short-lived and easy to treat, like when you have a bacterial infection from food poisoning. Other types — …

Jul 10, 2024 · Clostridium difficile (C. diff) is a type of bacteria that can cause colitis, a serious inflammation of the colon. Infections from C. diff often start after you've been taking antibiotics.

May 4, 2024 · Infectious colitis is a contagious illness caused by an infection in the colon, or large intestine. It can be from a virus such as norovirus, a bacterium like Salmonella, or a parasite. It …

Dec 11, 2023 · Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) means you have too much bacteria in part of your gut. Know causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications.

Jan 6, 2022 · Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when there is an abnormal increase in the overall bacterial population in the small intestine — particularly types of …

Nov 20, 2024 · Research suggests your gut bacteria are tied to your probability of things like diabetes, obesity, depression, and colon cancer. What Are Gut Bacteria? Living inside your …

Nov 19, 2024 · Clostridioides difficile, or C. diff, is a highly contagious bacterium that causes diarrhea and colitis. It often infects people who’ve recently taken antibiotics. Antibiotics that kill …

Nov 23, 2015 · Explore the diverse microbial colony in your colon, revealing its critical role in digestion, immunity, and overall health.

Intestinal bacteria play a crucial role in maintaining immune and metabolic homeostasis and protecting against pathogens. Altered gut bacterial composition (dysbiosis) has been …