Where Does E. Coli Come From?
E. coli enteritis is inflammation of the small intestine from Escherichia coli ( E. coli ) bacteria. It is the most common cause of travelers' diarrhea.
Alternative Names
Traveler's diarrhea - E. coli; Food poisoning - E. coli; E. coli diarrhea; Hamburger disease
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
E. coli is a type of bacteria that normally lives in the intestines of humans and animals without causing any problems. However, certain types (or...
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