Huntsville, AL

A 27-year-old male asked:

On clidamycin and amoxiciclin for 2 days. diarrhea for 2 days. now, have constant gas and some constipation for 2 weeks. could it be c diff?

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Dr. Andrew Seibertanswered

Gastroenterology 36 years experience

Possible: it is possible. If your symptoms persist, the diagnosis can be evaluated with a simple stool sample. Good luck.

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