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4. Dehydration
Along with diarrhea, the person infected with C. diff may also experience dehydration. The normal percentage of water in our body ranges from 45 to 65% depending on the body mass index, gender, and even regular physical activities of a person. Anything higher or lower than this may pose health risks as water or body fluids are important substances in our system.
Dehydration or the rapid water loss of the body is a common result of diarrhea, which is one of the usual signs of C. diff. This illness may also bring discomfort to the patient that may lead to a decrease in food and water intake. Dehydration should be considered a condition that requires urgent medical attention as a huge percentage leads to death if not treated immediately.
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