Cases of severe, recurrent Clostridium difficile infection may benefit from a fecal transplant. This advanced treatment is performed to help restore the body’s healthy intestinal bacteria when standard antibiotic therapy is no longer effective.
The goal of this treatment is to restore normal gut flora and inhibit the overgrowth of the Clostridium difficile bacterium, which can cause severe and recurring diarrhea.
By reintroducing beneficial bacteria into the colon, this therapy helps rebalance the microbiome and reduce the likelihood of future infection.
Make an appointment with a physician trained in this procedure (also known as FMT) to learn whether this treatment is proper for you. Our infectious disease specialists have extensive experience managing complex gastrointestinal infections and providing evidence-based, FDA-aligned care for recurrent C. difficile.
For more information on Fecal Transplants.
Learn more about C. difficile infection prevention and treatment from the CDC.
Why Consider FMT
- Designed for patients with multiple C. diff recurrences or persistent infections despite antibiotic therapy
- Shown in clinical studies to have high success rates in restoring normal gut flora
- May reduce symptoms such as severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and inflammation
- Performed by physicians trained in advanced infectious disease care
Get Help for C. diff Today
If you’re experiencing symptoms of C. difficile or have had a recurrence, contact Infectious Disease Associates of Tampa Bay (IDATB) at (813) 251-8444 to schedule an appointment.
Our specialists serve patients across Tampa, Wesley Chapel, and the greater Tampa Bay area, providing advanced, compassionate care in a comfortable outpatient setting.