[dsm_breadcrumbs show_home_icon=”off” items_bg_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” admin_label=”Supreme Breadcrumbs” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” items_text_color=”gcid-cd1279dd-8cbf-4f0f-bdb9-fb095ab96652″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-cd1279dd-8cbf-4f0f-bdb9-fb095ab96652%22:%91%22items_text_color%22%93}”][/dsm_breadcrumbs]

Sewage Cleanup Services Protecting Your Health from Sewer Gas

Health Risks of Exposure to Sewer Gas

Breathing in sewage gas can cause a range of health problems, from mild discomfort to severe respiratory distress and even death. The following are some potential health risks associated with sewage gas exposure:

  • Eye Irritation: The fumes can cause burning, redness, and itching in the eyes.
  • Respiratory Problems: Inhaling sewage gas can lead to coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
  • Nausea and Vomiting: The odor and fumes of sewage gas can trigger nausea and vomiting.
  • Headaches and Dizziness: Exposure to high concentrations of sewage gas can result in headaches, dizziness, and confusion.
  • Serious Health Risks: Extended exposure to sewage gas can cause more severe problems such as organ damage, kidney failure, and respiratory failure.

Symptoms of Breathing in Sewer Gas

The symptoms of breathing in sewer gas can vary depending on the concentration of the gas, the duration of exposure, and the individual’s health. Some common symptoms include:

  • Respiratory Problems: Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath
  • Eye Irritation: Burning, redness, itching
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Headaches and Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Confusion

If you experience any of these symptoms after exposure to sewage gas, it is important to seek medical attention promptly.