Comprehensive Sewage Cleanup Service Health Risks and Symptoms

What health problems can sewage cause?

Sewage cleanup is a critical service that protects public health by removing hazardous materials from homes and businesses. Exposure to sewage can cause a variety of health problems, including:

• Gastrointestinal problems: Sewage contains bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.


• Skin infections: Sewage can also contain bacteria that can cause skin infections, such as rashes, boils, and cellulitis.


• Respiratory problems: Sewage can release harmful gases, such as methane and hydrogen sulfide, which can cause respiratory problems, such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.


• Eye infections: Sewage can also contain bacteria that can cause eye infections, such as conjunctivitis and keratitis.


• Long-term health problems: Exposure to sewage can also increase the risk of long-term health problems, such as cancer, kidney disease, and liver disease.

If you have been exposed to sewage, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of sewage exposure can develop within hours or days after exposure and can be mild or severe. It is important to take precautions to avoid exposure to sewage, such as:

• Staying away from sewage spills


• Wearing gloves and boots when cleaning up sewage spills


• Washing your hands thoroughly after coming into contact with sewage


• Getting vaccinated against diseases that can be spread through sewage, such as tetanus and hepatitis A