Escherichia coli (E.coli)

Recently there was an E.Coli Infection outbreak in the US.

Spread Through Fast Food: Mcdonald’s has stopped serving Quarter Pounder patties and slivered onions in several US states due to the outbreak.
- Although the exact source of the infection remains unknown.

About E.coli

Escherichia coli

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a rod-shaped bacterium of the Enterobacteriaceae family, commonly found in the intestines of humans and animals.
While most strains are harmless or even beneficial, some can cause severe infections and illnesses.
It is the most commonly isolated bacteria from patient samples, present in 23.19% of samples from tertiary care hospitals.
Symptoms of E. coli Infection: Urinary tract infections, respiratory illnesses, and pneumonia
- In rare cases, it can cause acute kidney injury.
Transmission: Through contaminated food, water, or contact with fecal matter from infected individuals or animals.
Treatment: Most E. coli infections are self-limiting and resolve without treatment.

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How Does E. coli Cause Illness?

Certain strains, known as Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), produce a toxin called Shiga. This toxin damages the small intestine lining, causing diarrhoea, including bloody diarrhoea.

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