DefinitionE. coli enteritis is inflammation of the small intestine from Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria. It is the most common cause of travelers' diarrhea.Alternative NamesTraveler's diarrhea - E. coli; Food poisoning - E. coli; E. coli diarrhea; Hamburger diseaseCauses, incidence, and risk factorsE. coli is a type of bacteria that normally lives in the intestines of humans and animals without causing any problems. However, certain types (or strains) of E. coli can cause food poisoning. One strain (E. coli O157:H7) can cause a severe case of food poisoning.E. coli germs can get into the food you eat (called contamination) in different ways:Meat or poultry can come into contact with the normal bacteria from the intestines of an animal while it is being processedWater used during growin