However, they may cause other symptoms. For example, ovarian cysts, such as those that result from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can cause hormonal problems. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which causes cysts to form in the kidney, can affect kidney function. Cysts usually grow slowly and have a smooth surface. They can be tiny or very large.
Social contact. Current evidence doesn't suggest that you can catch CJD through normal social contact, the air, touching, drinking from the same cup, kissing or sexual contact. You don't need to wear gloves when touching a loved one with CJD or their clothes, sheets, towels, etc.
Yes, C. diff is contagious. Microorganisms can be spread from person-to-person by touch; by direct contact with contaminated objects were surfaces (for example, clothing, cell phones, door handles).Some individuals are carriers of this bacterium but have no symptoms of infection.lostridium difficile or C. diff is a bacterium. Microscopically it is referred to as gram positive and rod-shaped. It is exists best in a low oxygen environment. It was first described in 1935, and is considered one of the most common causes of infections in the colon.