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E. coli is the common name for the bacteria called Escherichia coli. The disease it caused is sometimes known as colibacillosis. E. coli is a normal component of intestinal flora. Pathogenic strains of the bacteria can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. Many strains can cause skin and wound infections and abscesses.