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E. Coli is a gram negative bacteria part of the family enterobacteriace found in our G.I flora, just like any other gram negative bacteria it has a plasma membrane, periplasmic space, and an outer cell membrane. It has both exotoxin and endotoxin. It can cause travelers diarrhea, menningitis in the elderly and infants population. It is also the most common cause of urinary tract infection in women. Can be safely treated with 2nd or 3rd generation cephalosporins

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