Water puddles can accumulate on uneven roads, presenting various hazards to individuals who inadvertently step into them. These hazards can lead to discomfort and, in some cases, serious health issues.

A variety of uncomfortable symptoms occur

According to China Daily, a man in his 40s from Chengmai County, Hainan Province, China, had been working in the fields on a rainy day. He later developed fever, headache, calf pain and other symptoms. After being sent to the hospital for examination, he was diagnosed with Leptospirosis, leptospirosis).

Wu Peng, deputy director of the emergency department of Haikou People's Hospital, said that the patient had been feverish for a day when he was admitted to the hospital for treatment. There were no obvious wounds on his legs, but he suffered from diabetes and had low resistance. "The patient went to work in the fields and waded into the sewage in the fields, developed symptoms such as fever and calf pain, and sought medical attention anxiously."

Based on the patient's symptoms, Wu Peng suspected that he was suffering from leptospirosis. After being given corresponding antibiotic treatment, the patient's temperature slowly dropped, and the diagnosis was confirmed after examination.

What is leptospirosis?

Wu Peng said that leptospirosis is an acute animal-borne infectious disease caused by pathogenic Leptospira, and mammals are the main reservoir of Leptospira.

Leptospirosis is divided into mild and severe cases. It mainly depends on whether the organs are involved when seeking medical treatment. If not treated in time, it will cause damage to the organs in a short time. However, if you seek medical treatment in time, most of the treatments for leptospirosis are effective. Antibiotics are effective and generally treat mild cases better.

Leptospira is mainly spread through contact with the excrement of infected rodents and pigs. Most of them are parasitic on rats, pigs, dogs, and other animals and can contaminate human water sources through animal feces. When humans have low immunity or damaged skin, they are susceptible to infection when exposed to sewage.

Be careful with water on the road after heavy rain

Wu Peng reminded that after heavy rain, be careful of water accumulation on the road. If you have wounds on your legs, try to avoid wading in the sewage and try to take a detour. Workers working in the fields should also be careful and try to wear water shoes because Leptospira can easily hide in stagnant water contaminated by animal feces.

Strengthen exercise and pay attention to your own condition

In addition, people should also exercise more to improve their resistance. If they develop a high fever after being exposed to sewage, they should seek medical treatment in time.

I didn't expect that an ordinary puddle would have such a risk! Especially with the frequent heavy rains recently, please pay more attention!