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E coli enteritis is swelling (inflammation) of the small intestine from Escherichia coli (E coli) bacteria. It is the most common cause of travelers' diarrhea. E coli is a type of bacteria that lives in the intestines of humans and animals. Most of the time it does not cause problems. However, certain types (or strains) of E coli can cause food poisoning.

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Bacteria may get into your food in different ways:

*Meat or poultry may come into contact with normal bacteria from the intestines of an animal while it is being processed.

*Water used during growing or shipping may contain animal or human waste.

*Food may be handled in an unsafe way during transport or storage.

*Unsafe food handling or preparation may occur in grocery stores, restaurants, or homes.

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Symptoms of an E. coli infection in the gastrointestinal tract are:

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Diarrhea: Sudden, severe diarrhea that can be bloody or watery

Stomach cramps: Severe stomach cramps

Vomiting: Vomiting or nausea

Fever: A low fever or a fever higher than 120 degrees F

Dehydration: Signs of dehydration, such as little to no peeing, very dark pee, very thirsty, having dry mouth or throat, feeling dizzy or lightheaded or crying without tears

Other symptoms: Bloody poop or pee, loss of appetite, gas, tiredness

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To prevent e coli infection in the gastrointestinal tract, the most effective treatment methods are: thorough handwashing, properly cooking meat, washing raw fruit and vegetables, avoiding cross-contamination in food preparations, drinking clean water, and consuming pasteurized dairy products. These practices are crucial, especially before eating and after using the toilet.

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Anyone can get e coli in the gastrointestinal tract, but children younger than 5, adults 65 and older, people with a weakened immune system, and international travelers are at a higher risk. Some are more likely to get seriously ill.

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For e coli infections, not current treatments can cure the infection, relieve symptoms or prevent complications. For most people includes: rest, managing symptoms like controlling nausea and vomiting, and plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and fatigue. Most people recover on their own with antibiotic treatment. E. coli can be flushed from the intestines by consuming plenty of liquids.

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Some other ways E coli is acquired, is raw fruit and vegetables especially spinach and lettuce. Contaminated water such as, natural water sources and swimming pools. Not to mention person to person contact through improper hygiene.

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The number of cases of this disease might be reduced by various mitigation strategies for ground beef, for example, screening the animals pre slaughter to reduce the introduction of large numbers of pathogens in slaughtering environments. Good hygiene slaughtering practices reduce contamination but do not guarantee the absence of e coli from products.

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There five keys to safer food that could prevent e coli:

*Keep clean cooking area

*Separate raw and cooked food

*Cook thoroughly

*Keep food at safe temperatures

*Use safe water and raw materials

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In all cases such recommendations should be, make sure to wash fruits and vegetables carefully, if possible, vegetables to be peeled. Vulnerable populations such as small kids and the elderly should avoid consumption of raw or undercooked meat. Regularly handwashing is highly recommended for people who take care of small kids, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.

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