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Got c diff on may 16. got prescribed flagyl. finished medication .just starting yesterday and today i have had loose stool. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Yes: Go see doctor to be sure the c diff is eradicated

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 6/5/2017

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Probably OK: If you finished the full course, you're probably OK, but you certainly will need to keep an eye on I t. If the stool does not eventually return to solid, you should have another stool sample tested. Contact your doctor if you are still having problems.

Dr Fowler and 8 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Got c diff on may 16. got prescribed flagyl. finished medication .just starting yesterday and today i have had loose stool. should i be concerned?

11 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Seibert agreed

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Dr Fowler and 8 doctors agreed

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