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Pseudomembranous colitis
Pseudomembranous colitis is an acute necrotic inflammation of the mucosa that occurs mainly in the colon and is covered with pseudomembranes. This disease often occurs after antibiotic treatment and is therefore a iatrogenic complication. It has been confirmed to be caused by the toxin of Clostridium difficile. Severe cases can be fatal.
  • Site of disease:

    intestinal
  • Infectious :

    Not contagious
  • Frequent population:

    Elderly people, critically ill patients, immune function...
  • Related symptoms:

    Stomach ache abdominal muscle tension abdominal bloating abdominal tenderness shortness of breath
  • Concurrent disease:

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