Many might argue that exposure to sewage is a thing of the past. In reality, it was commonplace before the advent of modern-day sewer systems. In the past, exposure to sewage was the reason for death, sickness, and even epidemics. While the majority of technology for water treatment and sewage systems aids in reducing the risk of exposure to sewage, the risk is still there in certain situations.

The exposure to sewage in our modern day and age is usually the result of 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, be sure not to put your health at risk or that of anyone else by ignoring the issue.

Common indicators of exposure to raw sewage include:

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

The risk is 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 chance of exposing yourself to sewage is by taking treatment of your pipes. One of the most important suggestions we can give is to avoid pouring oil, grease, or fats into the kitchen sink and never 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 wet areas in your yard that could indicate a backup in sewage. The earlier you address this issue, the less the risk of exposure to sewage.