Sewage Cleanup Services provide essential assistance in the aftermath of sewage leaks or overflows, safeguarding human health from the potential risks associated with exposure to sewage.
### Health Risks and Symptoms of Sewage Exposure
Sewage is a complex mixture of wastewater, solids, and microorganisms that can harbor various infectious agents, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Exposure to sewage can cause a range of adverse health effects, such as:
– **Gastrointestinal Infections:** Exposure to sewage can transmit bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
– **Respiratory Problems:** Inhaling aerosolized sewage can cause respiratory infections, coughing, shortness of breath, and pneumonia.
– **Skin Infections:** Sewage contains various bacteria and fungi that can cause skin infections, such as rashes, boils, and cellulitis.
– **Eye Infections:** Contact with sewage can lead to eye infections, including conjunctivitis (“pink eye”) and keratitis.
### How Does Sewage Affect Human Health?
The harmful effects of sewage on human health are primarily due to the presence of pathogenic microorganisms. These microorganisms can enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, or eye contact.
– **Ingestion:** Swallowing contaminated water or food can lead to gastrointestinal infections.
– **Inhalation:** Breathing in aerosolized sewage or fumes can cause respiratory infections.
– **Skin Contact:** Direct contact with sewage can facilitate the entry of bacteria or fungi into the skin, causing infections.
– **Eye Contact:** Sewage exposure to the eyes can irritate and cause infections.