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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…