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Rotavirus is a common viral cause of diarrhoea that primarily affects infants and young children, and causes severe diarrhoea and vomiting. However, it is not the most common cause of infectious diarrhoea in hospitalised patients.
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Rotavirus
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Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that can cause stomach and intestinal inflammation and is often spread through contaminated food or water. While it is a possible cause, it is not the most common cause of infectious diarrhoea in hospitalised patients.
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Norovirus
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Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) is a bacterial infection that can cause diarrhoea and colitis and is the most common cause of infectious diarrhoea in hospitalised patients. C. difficile is often acquired in healthcare settings and can occur as a complication of antibiotic use.
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Clostridium difficile
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Salmonella is a common cause of foodborne illness and can cause diarrhoea, fever and abdominal cramps. It is often found in undercooked meats, eggs and dairy products. However, it is not the most common cause of infectious diarrhoea in hospitalised patients.
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Salmonella
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Escherichia coli (E.coli) is a type of bacteria that can cause diarrhoea, as well as urinary tract infections and sepsis. It is commonly found in the gastrointestinal tract and is often spread through contaminated food or water. However, it is not the most common cause of infectious diarrhoea in hospitalised patients.
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Escherichia coli
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Clostridium difficile
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Which of the following microbes is the most common cause of infectious diarrhoea in hospitalised patients?
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