infectious diseases
Infection by Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Other Enterohemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC)
Introduction
The gram-negative bacteriaEscherichia coliO157:H7 and other enterohemorrhagicE. coli(EHEC) typically cause acute bloody diarrhea, which may lead to hemolytic-uremic syndrome. Symptoms are abdominal cramps and diarrhea that may be grossly bloody. Fever is not prominent. Diagnosis is by stool culture and toxin assay. Treatment is supportive; antibiotic use is not recommended. 