Clostridium difficile (say: âklo-STRID-ee-um dif-uh-SEELâ), or C. diff. , is a type of bacteria that lives in many peopleâs intestines. For these people, C. diff. is part of the normal balance of bacteria living in the intestines. Itâs also present in the environment, such as in the soil, water and in animal feces.Most people never experience any problems with C. diff.But if something throws off the balance in your intestines, C. diff. may begin to grow out of control. The bacteria start to release toxins that attack the lining of the intestines.This is what leads to symptoms of C. diff. infection.or these people, C. diff. is part of the normal balance of bacteria living in the intestines. Itâs also present in the environment, such as in the soil, water and in animal feces. Most people never experience any problems with C. diff.
Here are some steps you can take to form a good summary. 1  In 5 seconds, glance at the article and write down what you expect it to be aboutâuse the title, any breaks in the text, pictures to give you a clue. 2  Next read the beginning and ending paragraphs.  Read the article.
4. Describe the work in your own words. One option is to make an outline of the work, while the second is the write a brief summary. An especially thorough reading of the work will include both. 1  If writing a summary of the work, it only needs to be one or two paragraphs.etermine how effective the author's appeals were from your own perspective as a reader. 1  Ask yourself if you had an emotional response to an emotional appeal. 2  Determine if the author's attempts at logic and reason were enough to change your mind. 3  Ask yourself if you believe the author to be credible.