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Understanding the Contagiousness of C. Diff Infections
What is C. diff and How is it Spread? Clostridioides difficile, also known as C. diff, is a type of bacteria that can cause infection in the colon or large intestine. The bacteria can produce toxins that damage the lining of the colon and cause symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, and inflammation of the colon. C. diff is…
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Understanding the Mechanism of Action of Penicillin
Introduction to Penicillin: A Brief History and Importance Penicillin is one of the most widely used antibiotics in the world, and it has saved countless lives since its discovery in 1928 by Scottish scientist Alexander Fleming. Fleming discovered that a mold called Penicillium notatum produced a substance that could kill bacteria, leading to the development of the first antibiotic. The…
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