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Clostridium difficile bacteria, TEM
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Clostridium difficile bacteria, TEM
Clostridium difficile drug-resistant bacteria, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This bacterium, also known as C. diff, is a normal member of the intestinal flora in humans. It is resistant to many antibiotics, however, and if the rest of the gut flora is killed by a course of antibiotics, C. diff can flourish. In such cases it can cause severe gut infections, including the potentially fatal pseudomembranous colitis. The bacteria can form spores (green/white ovals), which are resistant to heat and many chemicals. C. diff is one of the most common hospital- acquired infections. Magnification: x11, 000 when printed 10cm wide
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the notorious Clostridium difficile bacteria, also known as C. diff. In this coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM), we can observe the intricate details of this drug-resistant bacterium that is a normal member of the human intestinal flora. However, when exposed to certain antibiotics that eliminate other gut flora, C. diff seizes the opportunity to flourish and cause severe gut infections, including the potentially fatal pseudomembranous colitis. The resilience of these bacteria is evident in their ability to form spores, represented by green/white ovals in the image. These spores are resistant to heat and many chemicals, making them incredibly hardy. C. diff has become one of the most common hospital-acquired infections worldwide, posing a significant challenge for medical professionals. With magnification at x11,000 when printed 10cm wide, this photograph offers an up-close look into the world of microbiology and highlights both the beauty and danger within it. As researchers continue their efforts to combat this superbug through advancements in medicine and understanding its biology, images like these serve as a reminder of our ongoing battle against infectious diseases. This print stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining healthy intestinal flora while emphasizing how easily outbreaks can occur if proper precautions are not taken within healthcare settings.
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