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is all e.coli bad for you?

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No: E. Coli is a very common (and normal) bacteria found in the human intestinal system.  It is only certain strains that can be deadly if infected.

Question 2

what is e coli and symptoms?

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It is a bacteria: If present in urine can cause utiand pain burning is symptom.

Question 3

what happens if you get e coli?

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It may or may not: cause an issue because e coli is already in our guts.  (http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/e-coli/basics/definition/con-20032105)

Question 4

what are the health effects of e. coli?

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Depends: We all have e coli in our colon. It is present in tap water in small numbers. It can cause infection, like urinary infection if it gets outside the colon. A few toxic strains of e coli cause hemolytic uremic syndrome.

Question 5

what is esbl e coli?

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Drug resistant bug: Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (esbl)--producing escherichia coli are more dangerous than other e coli and cause more serious infections.

Question 6

is e. coli contagious?

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Yes and no: It is not likely contagious but if you have a GI infection with e. Coli and somehow it can spread via fecal-orally then you might be susceptible and then it would be contagious.

Question 7

what is e coli in water from?

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Misdirected sewage: E coli is an inhabitant of the colon and is involved in digestion.  It is easily dealt with in modern sewage treatment.  If it gets loose into  the soil or water supply, then it can become a hazard.  It gets there from badly designed or old sewage systems or sometimes from septic systems too close to wells, and other water sources.

Question 8

how do babies contract e coli?

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E coli are every: Where. E coli are part of our enviornment and are present in many foods and tap water.

Question 9

how to kill e. coli in the body?

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Supportive care: Generally symptoms of a Shiga toxin-producing E. coli infection last about a week and resolve without any long-term problems.  Aside from supportive care including hydration and nutrition, there is no specific therapy for E. coli infections. Best of luck with your health.

Question 10

can e coli be passed by oral sex?

Accepted Answer

Unclear question: We all have e coli in the body and it is present in small numbers in the genitalia, so oral sex can pass e coli, but it would be of no consequence.

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