Water Pollution and the Worldwide Problem of Various Diseases

Water is all essential for the entire human race. But when water is contaminated with different types of pollutants, it becomes very dangerous. In other words, it becomes a toxic substance that causes various diseases in the human body. Since water delivers key elements and minerals to the body which make sure that the entire body processes work smoothly, the intake of polluted water creates further complications such as digestion and metabolism issues and these problems, then lead to diseases like cholera, dysentery, diarrhea, hepatitis A, lead poisoning, malaria and polyomavirus infection.

Cholera:

A bacteria, called vibrio chlorae is largely found in contaminated water and as you drink polluted water, there is a high chance that you will be caught by this bacteria. A person with cholera can suffer from numerous symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, headache, rapid heart rate, loss of skin elasticity, dry mucous membranes, low blood pressure, thirst, and muscle cramps.

Dysentery:

Dysentery is also causes of polluted water. Therefore, it is advised that always drink boiled water. The process of boiling eliminates all types of bacteria in the water. Symptoms of dysentery include mild illness, mild stomach pain, sudden onset of high fever and chills, abdominal pain, cramps and bloating, flatulence (passing gas), urgency to pass stool, feeling of incomplete emptying, loss of appetite, weight loss, headache, fatigue, vomiting, dehydration and diarrhea.

Diarrhea:

Intake of polluted water triggers diarrhea. It is also defined some of the very key diseases caused by polluted water. The waterborne viruses, bacteria and parasites are found in contaminated water that primarily cause frequent passage of loose, watery stools. Other major symptoms include thin or loose stools, watery stool, nausea and vomiting, bloating in belly, cramps, blood, mucus, undigested food in the stool, weight loss and fever.

Hepatitis A:

Hepatitis A is an infectious disease that destroys the human liver. The usual cause of this disease is also directly related to contaminated water. A person with Hepatitis A can suffer symptoms from fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or discomfort, clay-colored bowel movements, loss of appetite, low-grade fever, dark urine, joint pain, yellowing of the skin and eyes.

Lead Poisoning: 

Lead poisoning is caused due to old water pipes. The small parts of metal can directly go into the stomach and cause serious chronic diseases like kidney failures and can damage the human reproductive system. Lead poisoning symptoms include developmental delay, learning difficulties, irritability, loss of appetite, weight loss, sluggishness, and fatigue, abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation and Hearing loss.

Trachoma (Eye Infection):

Trachoma (Eye Infection) is largely caused due to water pollution. If the water supply also contains hygiene and sanitation problems, it can also trigger this disease. Children are more vulnerable to this disease as their immune systems are also very weak. Symptoms like mild itching and irritation of the eyes and eyelids are related to this disease.