What is the definition or description of: e coli infection?

Escherichia coli: E. Coli (escherichia coli) is one of several types of bacteria that normally inhabit the intestine of humans and animals (commensal organism). Some strains of e. Coli are capable of causing disease under certain conditions when the immune system is compromised or disease may result from an environmental exposure.

Bacterial infection: E. Coli is a bacteria normally found in the intestines. Certain strains of e. Coli are pathogenic, meaning they can cause disease, such as colitis (bloody diarrhea) and traveler's diarrhea. It is also the most common organism in urinary tract infections. When found in the blood, the infection can be very severe and cause injury in many organs.

E. coli infection: Escherichia coli is a gram-negative,coliform bacterium. Some strains of E.coli can cause food poisoning.