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Rat
known as rodents that can transmit
disease
to humans.Not only the mice themselves, you also have to watch out for their droppings.
Rats’ bodies can become a breeding ground for various bacteria and viruses that are dangerous to human health.
If you find rat droppings at home, don’t panic.Take immediate action to clean and expel the mice.
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What are the dangers of rat droppings?
Rat droppings should not be taken lightly because they contain serious health risks.Here are some of the dangers of rat droppings that you need to know.
1. Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)
One serious disease that can be transmitted through rat droppings, namely
hantavirus pulmonary syndrome
(HPS).This virus spreads through the urine and feces of infected mice.
According
WebMD
, HPS is a serious respiratory disease with a mortality rate of around 38 percent.
The initial symptoms that appear usually include fever and muscle pain in the back, hips, shoulders and thighs.
Transmission occurs when inhaling virus particles lifted from dried rat feces or urine.
2. Leptospirosis
This disease arises due to a bacterial infection that spreads through the body fluids of infected animals, including mice.
Transmission is usually through contaminated water, but humans can also become infected through open wounds.
Symptoms of leptospirosis are very diverse, ranging from stomach problems, chills, fever, to jaundice and headaches.There are also many cases of infected people showing no symptoms at all.
3. Lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCM)
LCM is a disease caused by contact with the feces, urine or saliva of infected mice.Usually this disease is carried by common house mice, but other types of rodents can also be carriers.
This disease begins with flu-like symptoms, but can progress to inflammation of the brain, meningitis, or meningoencephalitis.
Although rarely fatal, LCM is very dangerous if it occurs in pregnant women because it can cause permanent birth defects or fetal death.
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4. Gastrointestinal tract infections
Rat droppings can also cause digestive tract infections.Quote
NSW Health
, the symptoms that appear include diarrhea, fever, stomach ache, headache, vomiting and fatigue.
Many bacterial infections that are usually transmitted through food can also be spread by mice through direct contact or contamination of cooking surfaces.Some of these infections can be severe and require special antibiotic treatment.
5. Histoplasmosis
Not only does it carry dangerous bacteria and viruses, rat droppings can also trigger the growth of fungus.This fungus produces spores that can cause a lung infection called histoplasmosis.
Attics and areas that are rarely cleaned and full of mouse droppings in the house can be ideal places for this fungus to grow.
Inhaling mold spores can cause persistent cough, fever, chest pain, and fatigue.If left untreated, this infection can develop into chronic lung disease.
6. Salmonella
Rat droppings and urine can also contaminate household items and stored food.Bacteria
Salmonella
contained in it can cause food poisoning with symptoms such as stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting.
To prevent the spread of salmonella, contaminated areas must be properly cleaned and sanitized.However, cleaning rat droppings without proper protection can actually increase the risk of exposure to this bacteria.
7. Allergies and respiratory problems
Apart from infectious diseases, rat droppings can also worsen health by triggering allergies and respiratory problems.
Small particles of feces, urine and mouse fur flying in the air can reduce the air quality in the house.Home occupants can experience respiratory problems, especially asthma sufferers or people who are sensitive to allergens.
Considering the very serious dangers of rat droppings, it is important to always be careful when cleaning up the droppings.
Avoid sweeping or using a vacuum which can lift rat droppings into the air.Use protective equipment such as masks and gloves, and spray cleaning fluid or disinfectant before cleaning.
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