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E. Coli poisoning leading to HUS & acute renal failure in 2 year old

10:39 Aug 22 2020 Whitestrand, County Clare, Ireland

Description

After a period of heavy rainfall, our daughter swam at a beach that had previous elevated E. coli results. 3 days later, she had severe nausea, vomiting & diarrhea. After failing to improve & taken to the ED, blood work showed hemolytic uremic syndrome & acute renal failure due to presumed VTEC (e. Coli) infection.

Additional Data

What were your symptoms? Check all that apply::	Vomiting,Diarrhea,Cramps/Stomach Pain
Did you see a doctor?:	Yes
If treated, what was the diagnosis and treatment?:	VTEC, HUS & ARF
How long after you were in the water did your illness symptoms start?:	After 3 days
How many times have you been sick from the water at this beach?:	One
How long did your illness last?:	More than month
Will you allow Surfrider Foundation to contact you? If yes, please provide info below. This will not be shared publicly.:	Yes
Did you observe a distinct source of pollution or algal bloom? Please describe.:	Agricultural run off
Which state (if US) or country (if non-US) were you visiting?:	Ireland