Clostridium difficile (C-difficile)is a gram-positive anaerobic bacteria known to cause diarrhea,abdominal cramps,and fever.The CDC has reported that children are at minimal risks as this infection affects primarily the elderly or patients who are immunocompromised.Is this statement true or false?

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In 2005,the CDC reported an increase in the number of cases of Clostridium difficile in children who were previously thought to be at minimal risk.Children ages 1 to 4 are primarily affected.

Clostridium Difficile (C-Difficile)is a Gram-Positive Anaerobic Bacteria Known to Cause