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Uncontrolled diarrhea since clindamycim for tooth. tested negative for multiple parcites including cdiff. what next?
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Wrong: Clindamycin is not the usual antibiotic of choice for dental infections. An antibiotic will not cure a dental infection, only limit the extent of the infection for only as long as you take the antibiotic. Please see Dentist, Endodontist, or Oral Surgeon to properly treat Dental issues. See PCP or Gastroenterologist to treat GI issues. You need to see both NOW.
Answered 6/7/2015
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See doctor: Any antibiotic can result in a bacterial infection called clostridium dificile colitis. This is a constant liquid diarrhea that happens when the good bacteria that normally lives in the gut get killed by the antibiotic. A simple stool test can determine if you have c diff or not and then appropriate medication can be prescribed . Good luck
Answered 6/7/2015
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