10 Symptoms of Clostridium Difficile Colitis

7. Dehydration

As a result of profuse diarrhea, there is a risk of dehydration secondary to fluid and electrolyte losses, especially if the fluid intake has been poor. This will cause low blood pressure and a rapid heart rate. An intravenous infusion will help with fluid replacement. The fever and white blood cell count will be further raised at this stage. The intestinal bleeding is likely to be more severe, exacerbating low blood pressure and increased heart rate.