E. coli enteritis
Alternative Names
Traveler's diarrhea - E. coli; Food poisoning - E. coli; E. coli diarrhea; Hamburger diseaseSymptoms
The symptoms occur when the E.coli bacteria enters the intestine. The time between being infected and developing symptoms is usually 24 - 72 hours. Symptoms may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea that is sudden and severe, may be bloody
- Fever
- Gas
- Loss of appetite
- Stomach cramping
- Vomiting (rare)
Exams and Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam. A stool culture can be done to check for disease-causing E. coli.
References
Feldman M, Friedman LS, Sleisenger MH, eds. Sleisenger & Fordtran’s Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2006.
Guerrant RL. Escherichia enteric infections. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Textbook of Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007: chap. 327.
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