10 Common Pathogens
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Pathogen #7: E Coli
E coli is short for Escherichia coli. They belong to a large family of bacterium. It is commonly found in the digestive systems of people and is usually quite harmless to us. In fact, E coli make up part of a population of bacteria in the digestive system that are beneficial to us. Some strains of E coli, however, can make us very ill.
E coli are also prolific and can be spread very easily in conditions where hygiene is lacking. They can cause serious food poisoning with symptoms such as stomach cramps, fever, and diarrhea. It will usually clear in around 5-10 days, although it can be dangerous in severe cases.
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