E. coli enteritis
Alternate Names : Traveler's diarrhea - E. coli, Food poisoning - E. coli, E. coli diarrhea, Hamburger disease
Symptoms & Signs
Symptoms occur when E. coli bacteria enter the intestine. The time between being infected and developing symptoms is usually 24 - 72 hours. Diarrhea that is sudden, severe, and often bloody is the most common symptom. Other symptoms may include:
Symptoms of a rare but severe E. coli infection include: - Bruises that happen easily
- Pale skin
- Red or bloody urine
- Reduced amount of urine
Diagnosis & Tests
The health care provider will perform a physical exam. A stool culture can be done to check for disease-causing E. coli.
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