La colitis seudomembranosa es un tipo de enfermedad inflamatoria del intestino grueso o colon. Está vinculada al uso de antibióticos. Si toma antibióticos para tratar una infección, puede aumentar la cantidad de bacterias llamadas Clostridioides difficile, o C. difficile, que habitan en el colon. Esta bacteria puede crecer excesivamente, lo que causa la enfermedad. La colitis seudomembranosa se produce con más frecuencia en personas que se encuentran en hospitales y hogares de ancianos. Las personas mayores y las personas con otras enfermedades o afecciones que necesitan tomar antibióticos durante mucho tiempo corren un mayor riesgo. Las bacterias C. difficile se encuentran en las heces o la materia fecal de la persona infectada. Otras personas pueden infectarse si tocan una superficie contaminada con heces, como la mano de alguien o el asiento de un inodoro.
Peptic ulcers are erosions in the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum. Ulcers in the stomach are called gastric ulcers, and duodenal ulcers if in the duodenum. This video explains the possible causes of this disease, including the bacterium Helicobacter pylori.
Diverticuli are herniations in the muscular layer of the colon that make small, saclike swellings. Diverticulitis occurs when diverticuli become inflamed and infected. This video looks at the possible causes of this condition, typical symptoms, and available treatments.
Gastritis is an inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It can have a number of causes, but most are lifestyle excesses—smoking, too much alcohol, too much caffeine, and overeating. This video explores the many causes of gastritis, recommended treatments, and preventive steps.
Hemochromatosis is a condition in which a person's body is overloaded with iron. The extra iron builds up in various organs and can cause health problems. This video discusses the possible causes of hemochromatosis, typical symptoms, and what treatments are available.
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