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| Asthma |
| Many people develop allergies to cockroaches. Cockroach body parts or droppings can trigger asthma attacks. They leave the allergens present in their bodies on food. When this is ingested, it can trigger asthma attack. Even inhaling allergens present in the air triggers asthma. |
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Wheezing aggravated by exposure to cold air |
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Cough with or without sputum (phlegm) production |
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Shortness of breath that is aggravated by exercise |
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Intercostal retractions (pulling of the skin between the ribs when breathing) |
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Bluish color to the lips and face |
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Severe anxiety |
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Rapid pulse & Sweating |
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Decreased level of consciousness during an asthma attack |
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| The best way to control the problem is to eradicate these pests and regularly clean infested areas.
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| Dysentery |
| Cockroaches contaminate food with certain bacterial diseases, which causes food poisoning. Stomach-ache and diarrhoea are symptoms of dysentery. Cockroaches contaminate water, which is the quickest route of disease transmission. |
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Frequent, watery motions |
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Loss of appetite |
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Nausea, vomiting |
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Stomach pains |
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Fever |
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Dehydration |
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| The infected individual should seek immediate medical assistance, as the disease can be fatal and it is important to get rid of these pests to avoid re- infection.
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| Others |
| Cockroaches are carriers of hepatitis and are also responsible for triggering allergies like running noses, skin rashes, etc. |
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| Allergies may include: |
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Running noses |
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Itchy, watery eyes |
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Skin rashes |
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Vomiting |
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| Controlling pests, dust mites, mold spores, house dust, animal dander, and exposure to pollen can help relieve and prevent allergy symptoms. |
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