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DescriptionE. coli is the common name for the bacteria called Escherichia coli. The disease it caused is sometimes known as colibacillosis. E. coli is a normal component of intestinal flora. Pathogenic strains of the bacteria can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. Many strains can cause skin and wound infections and abscesses.

DescriptionE. coli is the common name for the bacteria called Escherichia coli. The disease it caused is sometimes known as colibacillosis. E. coli is a normal component of intestinal flora. Pathogenic strains of the bacteria can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. Many strains can cause skin and wound infections and abscesses.

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