परिभाषा
Escherichia coli ( E. coli) infection is caused by a bacteria. It is the leading cause of bloody diarrhea. This type of infection may need medical attention. Contact your doctor if you think you may have it.
का कारण बनता है
This infection is caused by some types of the E. coli bacterium. Most E. coli infections are caused by:
- Eating undercooked beef, especially ground beef
- Drinking contaminated water
- Drinking unpasteurized milk
- Working with cattle
जोखिम कारक
Factors that increase your chance of developing E. coli infection include:
- Age: children and older people
- People with another illness
- Working with cattle
- Living in northern states
लक्षण
के लक्षण E. coli infection include:
- पेट में ऐंठन
- Watery diarrhea
- निर्जलीकरण
- थकान
- Bright red, bloody stools
- हल्का बुखार
- मतली या उलटी
निदान
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. Your waste material may be tested. This can be done with a stool culture.
उपचार
आपके लिए सबसे अच्छी योजना के बारे में अपने डॉक्टर से बात करें। उपचार के विकल्पों में शामिल हैं:
Fluid Replacement and Monitoring
Most people will get better in 5-10 days. They rarely need a specific treatment. Avoid medicine that stops diarrhea. Drink plenty of water and fluids. Fluids through an IV line may be needed in cases of severe dehydration.
Treatment for Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
HUS is a life-threatening condition. It occurs in some people with E. coli infection. HUS may need to be treated with blood transfusions and kidney dialysis. Symptoms may include:
- Pale complexion, tiredness, and irritability
- Small, unexplained bruises, or bleeding from the nose or mouth—caused by problems in the body’s clotting mechanism
If you are diagnosed with an E. coli infection, follow your doctor’s instructions .
रोकथाम
To help prevent E. coli infection:
- Cook all ground beef and hamburger thoroughly.
- Avoid eating undercooked hamburger or other ground beef.
- Keep raw meats separate from ready-to-eat foods.
- Wash hands, counters, and utensils with hot soapy water after they are exposed to raw meat.
- Drink only pasteurized milk, juice, and cider.
- Wash fruits and vegetables under running water.
- Drink municipal water that has been treated with a disinfectant.
- Wash hands after bowel movements and after changing soiled diapers.