infections
Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile–Induced Colitis
Symptoms ofC. diffColitis
Symptoms ofC. difficileinfection typically begin 5 to 10 days after starting antibiotics but may occur on the first day or up to 2 months later. Symptoms vary according to the degree of inflammation caused by the bacteria, ranging from slightly loose stools to bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, and fever. Nausea and vomiting are rare. The most severe cases ( Complications of Crohn disease ) may involve life-threatening 