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Let's say i have diaherra due to ibs. if i had stool test done would it show c diff present? or only present when toxins are high

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C diff should show: If c diff toxin a or b are present the test should show its presence. If you have diarrhea, probiotics including lactobacillus acidophilus might help keep c diff in check.

Answered 4/10/2014

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A member asked:

Let's say i have diaherra due to ibs. if i had stool test done would it show c diff present? or only present when toxins are high

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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