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Common Painkillers May Worsen GI Infections, Study Shows

August 3, 2023 by Gut News Wire
Person with pills in hand

Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery that could explain why nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can worsen gastrointestinal infections caused by Clostridioides difficile, commonly known as C. diff.

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C. diff meets its match? Stubborn ‘superbug’ infection surrenders to newly designed bacteria

June 28, 2023 by Dr. Faith Coleman
Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) bacteria, 3D illustration.

Scientists have demonstrated for the first time that treatments with engineered bacteria can significantly improve the quality of life in patients with C. difficile infections

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Secrets behind impenetrable ‘armor’ of diarrhea-causing superbug C. diff discovered

January 27, 2023January 21, 2023 by Jocelyn Solis-Moreira
C. difficile

Research from Newcastle University in England gives a closer look at how a diarrhea-causing superbug opposes immune cells and antibiotics.

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Bacteria that play dirty require a dirty solution: Fecal transplants help drive out life-threatening intestinal infection

November 2, 2022 by Jocelyn Solis-Moreira
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Fecal transplants could be the answer to treating one of the most common life-threatening intestinal infections.

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Colorectal cancer: ‘Shocking’ surge in cases among younger adults may be driven by C. diff infections

July 21, 2022 by Dr. Faith Coleman
C. diff (C. difficile)

Johns Hopkins research suggests that C. diff infections may contribute to the rise of colorectal cases in young Americans.

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How amoeba therapy could stop bacteria behind severe diarrheal infections in children

June 21, 2022 by Jocelyn Solis-Moreira
Amoeba

If successful, Dr. Moonah’s work would be the first to deliver a drug treatment using an amoeba or another protozoan.

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Fecal transplants show promise for those who suffer from recurring C. difficile infections

January 24, 2022 by Amanda Christmas
C. difficile

The transplantation of healthy feces into patients with C. difficile promotes the growth of healthy gut bacteria and eases the symptoms of infections.

Categories Disease Prevention, Immunity Tags bacteria, c. diff, fecal transplants, infection 12 Comments

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