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Pseudomembranous colitis
Pseudomembranous colitis is a condition of intestinal infection by Clostridium difficile bacteria causing a significant amount of watery, pungent smelling diarrhea as well as fever and abdominal pain. This infection is more common with prior antibiotic use and with hospitalizations.
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Baby 0-2 | Rare | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Rare | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Rare | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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