There are those who believe that exposure to sewage is now a thing of the past. It was common in the past prior to the modern-day sewer systems. As a matter of fact, sewage exposure was the reason for death, sickness, and even diseases. While the majority of techniques for treating water and sewage systems can help stop sewage exposure but the risk is still there under certain conditions.

The exposure to sewage in our modern time is typically due to overflowing septic tanks and toilets, as well as back-ups in bathtubs, sinks, and floor drains. If you've encountered one of these issues within your home's infrastructure, don't put your health at risk or that of anyone else by ignoring the issue.

The most common signs of exposure to sewage include:

• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Sinus infections
• Bronchitis
• Pneumonia
• Appetite loss
• Poor memory
• Dizziness

You're also at risk of further severe illnesses as a consequence, including:

• Hepatitis A
• Gastroenteritis
• E-coli
• Typhoid fever

How can you avoid the risk of being exposed to sewage?

The best way to lower the risk of exposure to sewage is by taking treatment of your pipes. The most crucial advice we can offer is not pouring oil, grease, or fats into the kitchen sink and avoiding flushing any other substance down the toilet, aside from toilet paper (that also includes avoidance of "flushable" cloths).

Be aware of any smells of sewage in your house or on wet areas in your yard that might indicate a backup of sewage. The sooner you are able to resolve this issue, the lesser chances of exposure to sewage.