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How long am i contagious after starting vancomycin for c diff?
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Depends: Depends on if your symptoms totally resolve on the vancomycin. Generally 10 to 14 days. However some people are carriers and have no symptoms. Get a stool check when you feel better to answer this question totally.
Answered 11/14/2017
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