How does E. coli cause infections in the female reproductive system?
E. coli can enter the female reproductive system through the urethra and cause urinary tract infections (UTIs). It can ascend from the bladder to the kidneys, leading to more severe infections such as pyelonephritis. In rare cases, E. coli can also cause infections in the pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which affects the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.
