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The number of diseases is increasing, bringing the total to 104

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The number of diseases is increasing, bringing the total to 104

More cases of illness have been reported in the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers, the Centers for Disease Control and Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.

The total number of cases has risen from the 90 reported in the last update on October 30 to now a total of 104 people infected in the outbreak in 14 states. Of those who became ill, 34 were hospitalized, four developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (a condition that can cause kidney failure) and one person died in Colorado.

The outbreak, first reported on October 22, has been attributed to raw chopped onions served on Quarter Pounder burgers. McDonald’s previously told USA TODAY that supplier Taylor Farms had supplied onions to McDonald’s in areas affected by E. coli illnesses, and parent company US Foods issued a recall for raw, diced, peeled and whole peeled onions on Oct. 22, produced by Taylor Farms. However, the recalled onions from Taylor Farms Colorado were not related to the company’s removal of Quarter Pounders, the company said.

McDonald’s posted a new message on its website after the update was released Wednesday, saying it had “found an alternative supplier for the approximately 900 restaurants that had temporarily stopped serving Quarter Pounder burgers with sliced onions.”

These restaurants resumed sales of Quarter Pounders with onions this past week, the company said. The statement also reflected the FDA’s assertion that there “does not appear to be any ongoing food safety concerns associated with this outbreak at McDonald’s restaurants.”

“Food safety is something we will never compromise on, and we remain committed to doing the right thing,” McDonald’s press statement said. “Thank you to all public health authorities for their partnership and collaboration, which enabled McDonald’s to take swift and decisive action to protect our customers and public health.”

Which states are affected by the E. coli outbreak?

According to the CDC, as of Nov. 13, 14 states reported illnesses linked to the E. coli outbreak.

Colorado (30)
Iowa (1)
Kansas (3)
Michigan (2)
Missouri (8)
Montana (19)
Nebraska (13)
New Mexico (10)
North Carolina (1)
Oregon (1)
Utah (8)
Washington (1)
Wisconsin (1)
Wyoming (6)

E. coli poisoning symptoms

Most Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria reside harmlessly in the intestines of people and animals. But some can cause mild to life-threatening gastrointestinal illness when consumed, the CDC says.

According to the USDA, symptoms of E. coli poisoning appear two to eight days after exposure and usually last about a week. These may include:

Dehydration
Bloody diarrhea
Stomach cramps
Fever

Rarely, some people, especially older adults and children under 5 years of age, may develop a type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which is characterized by easy bruising, paleness, and decreased urine production. These people should seek emergency medical care immediately.

The agency recommended seeking immediate medical attention if a McDonald’s customer experiences the following:

Diarrhea and fever higher than 102°F
- Diarrhea lasting more than 3 days that does not improve
- Bloody diarrhea
So much vomiting that you can’t keep the fluids down
Signs of dehydration, such as:
- Not much urination
- Dry mouth and throat
- Dizzy feeling when standing up

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E. coli poisoning symptoms

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