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Clostridium sordellii

Clostridium sordellii: Introduction

Clostridium sordellii: Clostridium sordellii is a rare bacterium that can cause infections such as pneumonia, arthritis, peritonitis and endocarditis. It is most often associated with childbirth, trauma, medically induced abortions, injection drug use and routine gynecological procedures. Death is not uncommon with this type of infection. In rare cases it can cause toxic shock syndrome. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Clostridium sordellii is available below.

Symptoms of Clostridium sordellii

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Clostridium sordellii: Related Patient Stories

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Clostridium sordellii: Complications

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Causes of Clostridium sordellii

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Misdiagnosis and Clostridium sordellii

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