Listeriosis is a disease caused by infection with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes, and it is most often contracted after eating contaminated foods or liquids. Listeriosis most commonly affects newborns, the elderly, pregnant women, and those individuals with a poorly functioning immune system (immunocompromised).
I have been on Plaquenil and can tell you my diarrhea started within days of starting the med. My doctor warned me that diarrhea and weight loss were side effects. I said, Well, I am usually very constipated and could stand to lose 10 pounds so this could be a good thing.. haha.
Hi, the diarrhea could be due to Amoebiasis, hence you have been initiated on metronidazole. Some side effects with this medication include nausea, and altered taste in the mouth, headaches and loss of appetite. But if the diarrhea is worsening then other causes for your symptoms need to be ruled out.