Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) is a type of bacteria (germ) that is found in the intestine (gut or bowel). This pamphlet explains how you get C. diff, symptoms, treatment, and how you can prevent spreading it to others. If you would like more information, please ask your health care provider or ask to talk with an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Practitioner. The French version of this pamphlet 1852, "Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)", is also available.
Le Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) est une bactérie (microbe) que l’on trouve dans l’intestin. La présente brochure explique comment l’on contracte une infection à C. difficile, les symptômes, le traitement et la façon de prévenir la propagation aux autres. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Clostridium difficile (C. diff)" pamphlet 0602. Clostridium difficile (C. diff) is a bacteria (germ) found in the bowel. This pamphlet explains how you get C. diff, symptoms, treatment and how…
In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Treatment of vomiting and diarrhea in children.
In French. La gastroentérite, aussi appelée « grippe intestinale », est une maladie courante causée par un virus ou une bactérie. / What to look out for, and when to seek medical help.
Viral gastroenteritis is inflammation (swelling) of the stomach and bowels (gut) that can cause diarrhea (loose, watery poop) and vomiting (throwing up). This pamphlet explains how you can get viral gastroenteritis, the symptoms of viral gastroenteritis, how it is treated, what infection prevention and control (IPAC) steps will be taken while you are in the hospital, what to tell your visitors before they visit, and what will happen when you go home. Information about what to do if you come to …
Gastroenteritis or the “stomach flu” is a common illness that is caused by a virus or bacteria. Gastroenteritis can usually be managed at home, and usually resolves in a few days but can last 1 to 2 weeks. The main goal in treating gastroenteritis is preventing dehydration.