Patient's question:
Long-term illness, worried that these bacteria will enter the kidneys and liver, so it is necessary to ask for expert advice.Doctor's answer:
E. coli is one of the most well-known bacteria in the intestines of humans and animals, primarily residing in the large intestine, accounting for about 1% of the intestinal flora. It is a Gram-negative, short rod-shaped bacterium with rounded ends that is capable of movement and does not form spores. E. coli can synthesize vitamins B and K, and under normal colonization conditions, it is non-pathogenic. However, if it enters the gallbladder, bladder, or other areas, it can cause inflammation. Its detection in water and food is considered an indicator of fecal contamination. The coliform count is often used as a hygienic standard for drinking water, food, or drugs.