E. Coli Infection
Definition
E. coli enteritis is inflammation of the small intestine from Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria. It is the most common cause of travelers' diarrhea.
Symptoms
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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