Diarrhea is one of the most uncomfortable symptoms of an E. coli infection and can be severe. In some cases, stools may be bloody. When diarrhea is this intense, the body often can't absorb nutrients before food passes through the system, which raises the risk of malnourishment on top of dehydration. Eating small amounts of bland food and taking frequent small sips of water can help your body stay nourished and hydrated while it recovers.

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