Fatigue is common with E. coli infections, even in cases that aren't especially severe. Your body is fighting hard, and it needs rest to recover. Avoid strenuous activity, stay in bed as much as possible, and don't go out in public unless absolutely necessary. Proper hand hygiene is essential — E. coli spreads through contact, and it's easy to pass along without realizing it.

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