Can e coli cause vomiting?

As human beings, we have all experienced the unpleasantness of vomiting at some point in our lives. For many people, vomiting is a result of food poisoning caused by bacteria like E. coli or other delightful pathogens swimming around in our digestive system.

But can E. coli – that little bugger responsible for so many cases of food poisoning – really cause you to vomit? In this article, we will take a deep dive into the world of E. coli, its various strains and whether they might be responsible for making you want to toss your cookies.

What is E Coli Anyway?

To answer this question, let’s take a quick look at what E.coli is before diving into its effects on our gut as well as resulting digestive issues such as diarrhea and yes…vomiting! Without going too deep into microbiology, Escherichia coli (or more commonly referred to simply as ‘ecoli’) are essentially Gram-negative bacteria found in various hosts including humans, cattle and even warm-blooded animals!

Some scientists claim up to half-a-million species flourishes around us unnoticed with new discoveries happening every day; it’s tempting not to get caught among them when discussing these tiny terrors wreaking havoc on unsuspecting sufferers!

So how does ecoli cause problems? Well.. It adheres best sticking tight onto small intestines – then once there begins releasing toxins /pathogenic mechanisms causing symptoms like abdominal cramps & diarrhoea…and often leading towards Nausea [1]. But let’s discuss types first

Strains Of Ec0li That Might Make You Sick

Although most strains of e.coli don’t affect humans negatively- some do ! And boy oh boy do those ones pack an evil punch…

Enterotoxigenic (ETEC)

Accordingly named because they have enterotoxins- ETEC produces a disgusting mixture that causes some of the worst cases of gastro upset, which leads to either watery diarrhea or constipation. This strain is responsible for up to 50% travelers diarrhoea if you eat dodgy food on your holiday [2].

Enterohemorrhagic (EHEC)

Also known as shiga toxin producing e.coli. Here’s something ironic: these ones actually thrive inside cows guts! and when it gets transferred over to humans – we may start also experiencing symptoms like bloody stools before moving towards actual vomiting phases.

Can E Coli Cause Vomiting?

As distressing as vomiting might be, nobody can deny how handy a reflex it might be at times. But here’s the question: Does e.coli cause one’s gut to revolt in such a manner?

The answer —-> Yes; but only with specific strains mentioned above!

Before jumping into an illness induced spree of heaving lunch from stomach onto pavement (or racing to toilet bowl) – let’s touch upon why our body sometimes tends take drastic measures after an infection.. For starters, it comes down to our immune system trying every trick up their sleeve warding off microbes causing agitation within us… so in order protecting itself lately orders the brain sends signals prompting muscle contractions all while having involuntary stuffing expulsion occur simultaneously & efficiently throughout process.

How To Identify The Symptoms Of An E Coli Infection

Sick post Escherichia coli diagnosis? Not ideal…here are few underlying telltale warning signs showcasing symptomatic red flags suggesting possible exposure:

  • Abdominal cramps
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Loss Of Appetite

But really if any gastro issues combine with bacterial/food poisoning etc after consuming say raw leafy greens or beef you weren’t sure about – medics would advise seeing a physician immediately.

The best way to avoid infection from E.coli strains is by practicing good hygiene and cooking food thoroughly. Make sure to wash your hands with soap before preparing meals, cook meats at the appropriate internal temperatures and properly sanitize counters after handling raw meat products (if it was on counter)! Also..1 out of 10 falls puts us at risk so be careful…thanks for reading!

[1] Escherichia coli Virulence Mechanisms Stimulate Cell Cycle Assessment in HeLa Cells
Raquel Rodriguez-Perrusquia & Carlos Rosas-Medina
Microbial Pathogenesis Volume 94, May 2016, Pages 158-168

[2] Houpt ER et al., Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. (2008)

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