A report I just read names two hospitals in my area being especially positive for transmitting C-diff infections. It seems as though the large intestine is very involved in the development of a C-diff infection. If so, are those of us J-pouchers not likely to become infected with C-diff?
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at first it was said if you have a jpouch it was very rare to get c-diff, but they are finding that its very common. In 2008 at Cleveland Clinic when I had my first takedown I got c-diff
Yes, since the vast majority of the population has a colon, the vast majority of those with a C. diff infection will also have a colon. They used to say that C. diff only colonized in the colon, but that has proven to be completely wrong. If you have a colon, that is where it will be.
The primary common denominator is the use of antibiotics that C. diff is resistant (which is most of them). Add that to exposure to C. diff and you have a perfect storm.
This is why the CDC, doctors, and most health practitioner strongly advise against using antibiotics unless absolutely necessary. Also, the less time you spend as an inpatient the better. Even if you don't feel up to it, early discharge is good for you.
Jan 
Thanks so much for clarifying my question/concern. It's scary!
I have a questionbig have had a jpouch for 9 years. I have had c diff 4 times already. I am currently on Vanco. I have not took any antibiotics and continue to get it. I just started on testosterone therapy injections 3 months ago. I don't think it's from that. Does anyone please please have any thoughts ???
Ron
Ron, C diff can be a very difficult infection to completely eliminate. A new (and remarkably successful) approach to treating recurrent infections is FMT (fecal microbiota transplant). Perhaps you can discuss it with your doctor.
i don't think the testosterone has anything to do with this.
