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e. coli - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

E. coli: Short for Escherichia coli, the colon bacillus, a bacterium that normally resides in the human colon. E. coli has been studied intensively in genetics and molecular and cell biology because of its availability, its small genome size, its normal lack of pathogenicity (disease-causing ability), and its ease of growth in the laboratory. ...
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Hotlines for e. coli (Source: HealthHotLines)
Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
(800) 932-2423

National Scoliosis Foundation, Inc.
(800) 673-6922


e. coli - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
e. coli, Digestive system
Digestive system
e. coli, Digestive system organs
Digestive system organs

Causes of e. coli (Source: MedLinePlus)
E. coli enteritis is a type of bacterial gastroenteritis . Certain types of E. coli infection occur with hemolytic uremic syndrome . Risk factors include: Drinking untreated or contaminated water; Eating unsanitary food; Recent family illness with E. coli ; Recent family illness with vomiting or diarrhea; Travel to places that have unclean drinking water. ...
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Symptoms of e. coli (Source: MedLinePlus)
Symptoms occur when the E. coli bacteria enters the intestine. The time between being infected and developing symptoms is usually 24 - 72 hours. Symptoms may include: Abdominal pain ; Diarrhea that is sudden and severe, and may be bloody; Fever; Gas; Loss of appetite ; Stomach cramping; Vomiting (rare). ...
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e. coli - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Cases usually clear up on their own in 1 - 3 days, and no treatment is required. Antidiarrheal medication may not be recommended, because it can slow the bacteria from leaving the digestive tract. You may need electrolyte solutions if you are dehydrated . Persons with diarrhea (especially young children) who are unable to drink fluids because of nausea may need medical care and intravenous fluids. If you take diuretics and develop diarrhea, you may need to stop taking the diuretic during the acute episode. Do not stop taking any medicine without the advice of your health care provider. Avoid dairy products. They may make the diarrhea worse due to temporary lactose intolerance that may occur. ...
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News on e. coli
E. coli Outbreak May Be Tied to Beef (MedicineNet)
Beef Recalled Because of E. coli Risk (MedicineNet)
E. coli Bacteria on the Beach? (MedicineNet)
E. coli Risk Prompts Beef Recall (MedicineNet)
Scientists invent germ-killing wall paint (ReutersHealth)

Further Reading on e. coli

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