**Sewage Cleanup Service** is paramount for safeguarding public health. Sewage contamination poses significant health risks due to the presence of various pathogens and hazardous substances. Exposure to sewage can lead to a range of health problems, including gastrointestinal illnesses, skin infections, respiratory problems, and more severe systemic conditions. ### What Health Problems Can Sewage Cause? **Gastrointestinal Illnesses:** * Diarrhea * Vomiting * Abdominal pain * Nausea **Skin Infections:** * Contact dermatitis * Redness * Swelling * Rashes **Respiratory Problems:** * Coughing * Shortness of breath * Wheezing * Pneumonia **Other Systemic Conditions:** * Hepatitis A * Typhoid fever * Cholera * Salmonellosis * E. coli infection ### Symptoms of Sewage Exposure **Gastrointestinal Symptoms:** * Sudden onset of diarrhea * Vomiting that may contain blood or fecal matter * Abdominal pain and cramping * Fever and chills **Skin Symptoms:** * Redness and itching at the site of contact with sewage * Blisters or open sores * Swelling and tenderness **Respiratory Symptoms:** * Coughing and wheezing * Shortness of breath * Painful breathing * Chest congestion **Systemic Symptoms:** * Fever and chills * Fatigue and muscle aches * Headache and dizziness * Loss of appetite and weight loss If you experience any of these symptoms after exposure to sewage, it is crucial to seek medical attention promptly. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent severe complications and improve health outcomes.