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I had a test for c-diff and at that time my stool was a regular brown color - the test was negative. but the pain and loose stools continued and stoo?

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C diff PCR : You may be need c diff pcr test if you suspecting c. Diff , which is more sensitive , you should see your physician to evaluate for loose stool. As there are many condition apart from c diff infection.

Answered 9/11/2016

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A member asked:

I had a test for c-diff and at that time my stool was a regular brown color - the test was negative. but the pain and loose stools continued and stoo?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chirag Vasa answered

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