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What are the causes of bowel infection?
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Antibiotics: Some bacteria is always in the bowels. At times, the natural balance is upset and you get an infection. Antibiotics are a common culprit. Probiotics, like those in real yogurt are helpful to some people.
Answered 5/8/2013
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