Question 1

how long can e.coli the bacteria live on a surface?

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It depends on...: Well, if is a dry surface, then not very long...But if is wet/damp etc..It can survive and multiply as long as there is water/food. Thus, it is best to wash your counter tops with soap/disinfectants and keep it dry...
Stay healthy..
Good luck.

Question 2

how long does ecoli bacteria live on surfaces?

Accepted Answer

E. coli: Many gram-negative species, such as acinetobacter spp., escherichia coli, klebsiella spp., pseudomonas aeruginosa, serratia marcescens, or shigella spp. Can survive on inanimate surfaces for months.

Question 3

is ecoli and klebsellia bacteria only found in the large intestine but not in the small?

Accepted Answer

Intestinal flora: These organisms can be found in the small bowel, but  infrequently above the ilium. The duodenum and jejunum can contain such bacteria but in fewer numbers than the colon, and usually because of some underlying reason.

Question 4

can you suggest some home remedies for curing a urinary tract infection with ecoli bacteria?

Accepted Answer

Cranberry and fluid: Fluid hydration and frequent emptying of your bladder is the most important way to cure bladder infections at home. Cranberry concentrate pill will also help, acidifying the urine and preventing bacterial adherance to the bladder lining. If symptoms persist you should seek care from your doctor.

Question 5

can ecoli and other bacteria get in a cut on your hand or any part of the body and cause diarrhea and other symptoms?

Accepted Answer

No: E coli is everywhere, including in small numbers in tap water.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 6

i am taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) for a bacteria called ecoli. i have been on this cipro (ciprofloxacin) for 3 or 4 days.i am hydrated and eating normally. can i drink alcochol?

Accepted Answer

OK in moderation: Probably you have a urinary tract infeciton, right? Heavy alcohol use can interfere with the immune system and increase the risk of complications from infections. However, alcohol in moderation doesn&#x27;t interfere with treating UTI or other infections due to E. coli or other bacteria, and doesn&#x27;t interact with ciprofloxacin. Just don&#x27;t overdo it.

Question 7

did a repeat urine test.  1st one found many epithelial cells. now it says 2+. what does this mean? 1st one says bacteria+. ecoli. now bacteria 1+. what does this mean. also protein is 1+. is this bad?

Accepted Answer

Any symptoms?: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests.  
Wish you good health!

Question 8

can you suggest some home remedies for curing a urinary tract infection with a high colony count of >10 of ecoli bacteria?

Accepted Answer

Cranberry and fluid: Fluid hydration and frequent emptying of your bladder is the most important way to cure bladder infections at home. Cranberry concentrate pill will also help, acidifying the urine and preventing bacterial adherance to the bladder lining. If symptoms persist you should seek care from your doctor.

Question 9

is ecoli and another bacteria usually a kidney or bladder infection? i had really bloody urine. i have ic so symptoms are hard to distinguish.

Accepted Answer

Yes but not always: E.Coli is common cause of UTI. Bloody urine is common but not specific for any one bacteria. After ruling out infection, older patients must make sure blood is not from cancer or another cause. See your doctor.

Question 10

culture said not ecoli but a more uncommon bacteria. they did an abdominal ct in the er. dr said no stones, but definitely infection. ?

Accepted Answer

Unclear: The question is a bit unclear.  There are lots of types of stones, and lots of types of infections. Perhaps you could be more specific? You could also follow up with your primary care provider to help sort this out. Hope this helps!

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Is ecoli and another bacteria usually a kidney or bladder infection? i had really bloody urine. i have ic so symptoms are hard to distinguish.

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Culture said not ecoli but a more uncommon bacteria. they did an abdominal ct in the er. dr said no stones, but definitely infection. ?

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