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Get plenty of fluids and plenty of rest if infected

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Humans and some animals are at risk of becoming infected but EPEC E. coli is typically seen more in children.  Children under age 5 are very susceptible to EPEC which causes them severe diarrhea, and has led to death in some developing countries.

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E. coli causes many illnesses and infections

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E. coli causes many illnesses and infections

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When found outside of the intestines, E. coli can cause illnesses such as urinary tract infections, pneumonia, dysentery, and, most commonly, severe diarrhea problems.  Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli is the strain responsible for many epidemic outbreaks.

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With enteropathogenic E. coli (also known as EPEC), infection most commonly contracted through ingestion but can be spread person-to-person. EPEC is found on contaminated hands, in contaminated foods, or in fomites.

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E. coli commonly lives in the intestines of humans and animals causing no harm as normal intestinal flora.

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- Treatment is based on patient's symptoms but typically includes increased fluid/electrolyte intake to prevent dehydration.
- Symptoms usually subside in 5 to 10 days.
- Antibiotics are not recommended unless symptoms persist, become severe, or become more invasive.
- Anti-diarrheal and anti-emetic medications may be beneficial.

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- Watery diarrhea, can be severe
- Abdominal pain/cramping
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever

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- Practice proper hygiene especially handwashing regularly
- Use proper food preparation such as washing vegetables - and cooking meat thoroughly
- Disinfect surfaces especially in kitchen and bathrooms
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in areas with known contamination (hospitals, clinics, farms)