E Coli is a Gammaproteobacteria.
Gammaproteobacteria are a class of several medically, ecologically and scientifically important groups of bacteria, such as the Enterobacteriaceae (Escherichia coli), Vibrionaceae and Pseudomonadaceae.
E. Coli is not always life threatening and in most cases the E. Coli goes away and most people recover within a week after being affected by E. Coli.
The overall mortality rate for E. coli O157:H7 is <1%.
For those who develop HUS, the death rate is between 3-5%.
Transmissibility: The major source of transmission is the consumption of raw or undercooked ground beef.
While most people who get infected with E. Coli will recover completely, others may suffer permanent health effects, like kidney damage, and some may die.
Although anyone can get an E. coli infection, pregnant women, people with compromised immune systems, young children and older adults are most at risk for developing serious complications.
Most cases of E. coli infections are mild and do not cause a serious health risk.
Cases resolve on their own with rest and drinking plenty of fluids.
However, some strains can cause severe symptoms and even life-threatening complications, such as hemolytic uremic syndrome, which can lead to kidney failure and death.
Most people recover from E. coli infection without treatment within five to 10 days.
Antibiotics should not be used to treat this infection because they may lead to kidney complications.
Antidiarrheal treatments should also be avoided.
The presence of E. coli in the bloodstream can result in the induction of a vigorous host inflammatory response that lead to sepsis, which is associated with high morbidity and mortality (Russo and Johnson, 2003; Miajlovic and Smith, 2014).
In addition, the rates of multidrug resistant (MDR) E.
Escherichia coli, also known as E. coli, is a Gram-negative, facultative anaerobic, rod-shaped, coliform bacterium of the genus Escherichia that is commonly found in the lower intestine of warm-blooded organisms.
Symptoms of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infection vary for each person, but often include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting.
Some people may have a fever, which usually is not very high (less than 101˚F/38.5˚C).
Most people get better within 5 to 7 days.
Escherichia coli (abbreviated as E. coli) are bacteria found in the environment, foods, and intestines of people and animals.