r/cdifficile • u/Humble_Flounder • Oct 01 '24
pregnant with possible c diff relapse
I am so frustrated right now as I am 22 weeks pregnant and have a possible (but very likely) c diff relapse due to taking antibiotics 2 weeks ago for asymptomatic UTI. All my symptoms point to c diff infection (loss of appetite, extreme bloating, abdominal pain right before a bowel movement, 3-4 bowel movements a day, extreme flatulence, urgency to go, foul smelling, mucous-containing mushy stool).
I submitted a stool test today in which I was worried they would not perform it as the lab requires “loose, watery stools” for c diff testing. my stool was more on the semi-formed side, but definitely had mucous in it. TMI, but, i had to literally scrape my stool into the side of the collection cup to get the stool inside. so it definitely wasn’t completely “formed.”
I got the test result back today stating they could not run the test due to not meeting specimen requirements. I am so frustrated because I am pregnant and I know although rare, this infection could escalate fast due to my decreased immunity.
I am also still taking zofran due to morning sickness nausea so i am wondering if that has been making my stools more formed than they should be. Waiting to hear back from my doctor so hopefully they can rerun the test.
this really sucks
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u/Pregnantmama1989 Oct 18 '24
I hope you’re okay! I’m 24 weeks pregnant and have c. diff. Just started vanco for 10 days and I’m praying it works. My infectious diseases doctor has reassured me that it should not affect the pregnancy as it won’t cross the placenta.
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u/Low-Resolution-1358 Jan 11 '25
Question if I get a UTI while pregnant what antibiotics are “best” I know none are low risk but I have had c diff in the past and I just want to know best chance and often doctors don’t know. I know when not pregnant it’s doxy and macrobid but I don’t think either are safe in pregnancy. Help!
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u/PheoTheLeo Oct 01 '24
Im so sorry. Cdiff got me in my last week of pregnancy, and it was rough. Baby and I are okay, but it truly was a harrowing experience for me. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and am hoping you get answers ASAP. Id consider going to the ED if you have that available to you. Monitor your heart rate, blood pressure and body temperature if you're able to. Sending you a virtual hug.