Fecal capsules resolve Clostridium difficile infection in 90% of patients

Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) is a bacterium that affects the digestive system and can lead to severe swelling of the bowel and inflammation of the colon. Recurrent Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is considered a major cause of illness and death globally, with a recent significant increase in the number of both adult and child patients affected. inflamed colon Clostridium difficile accounts for 15-25% of all episodes of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Symptoms of C. difficile are unpleasant and can include: Watery diarrhea (three or more bowel movements per day for 2 or more days), sometimes blood-stained Fever Loss of appetite Nausea Abdominal pain or tenderness. C. difficile produces spores that are passed out the body in feces and can survive for many weeks, sometimes months, on surfaces, devices or materials. The bacteria can then be spread by anyone who comes into contact with the contaminated surface. C. difficile accounts for 15-25% of all episodes of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/283766.php