acute intestinal infections in children. Escherichia coli, yersiniosis.

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  1. 5. *Which E. coli strain is known for producing Shiga toxins?*
  2. 6. *What type of E. coli can cause severe abdominal pain and kidney failure?*
  3. 7. *What is the term for inflammation of the small intestine caused by Yersinia infection?*
  4. 11. *Commonly abbreviated as E. coli, this bacterium is a major cause of what infections?*
  5. 14. *Yersinia primarily affects which part of the gastrointestinal tract?*
  6. 15. *Which bacterium is associated with yersiniosis?*
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  1. 1. *What is the causative agent of acute intestinal infections in children?*
  2. 2. *What is the characteristic shape of Escherichia coli when viewed under a microscope?*
  3. 3. *Which protective measure is crucial in preventing these infections in children?
  4. 4. *What is the incubation period for Yersinia infections in general?
  5. 8. *Which bacterial infection is often associated with contaminated food and water?*
  6. 9. *What is the main symptom of acute intestinal infections in children caused by these bacteria?*
  7. 10. *What is the primary route of transmission for these intestinal infections?*
  8. 12. *What term is used to describe inflammation of the colon caused by these infections?*
  9. 13. *Which syndrome, caused by EHEC, can lead to hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia?*