Mice infestation has many repercussions to residents and they would include spreading of contagious diseases that are fatal without immediate medical attention. Most people know that mice steal food and dirty surroundings and damage clothing, furniture etc by chewing and nibbling. What they do not know is that they are carriers of deadly diseases like Hantavirus and others. If you have mice infestation get rid of it immediately by calling experts like BBPP, the most effective mouse exterminator Richmond hill and for nearby areas. Let us explore about the possible rodent diseases you could suffer if you let mice infestation prosper
Diseases caused by rodents like rats and mice
Hantavirus
HPS or Hantavirus is an extremely severe respiratory disease where human may die if not cared with immediate medical attention. You are at risk if you come in touch with an infected rodent and the disease primarily damages your respiratory system. Symptoms of the disease include fever, fatigue, muscle pain, headache, chills, dizziness, nausea and abdominal problems.
Leptospirosis
This is passed on to human by the urine of infected rodent. The infection may happen without any symptoms but is mostly detected in tropical areas. Symptoms include high fever, muscle pain, headache, red eyes, chills, bleeding, vomiting etc. if not treated in time it can cause kidney damage.
Plague
It is a serious infection spread by rats and mice and it is carried to human by fleas that are infected by these animals. Causes include sores and abscesses in glands of arms and legs. Plague used to be a dreaded disease in the past but it can be now treated with antibiotics.
Rat-bite-fever
Rat-bite-fever is caused by bites or scratched by infected rats. Rate bite can result in to 10% of victims getting infected. You will get this bacterial fever by handling the animals. Victims can experience fever, vomiting, headache, muscle pain and joint pain. Rashes could also appear on the skin of the affected. If treated will go in two weeks or reappear many times before it goes.
Salmonellosis
Salmonellosis is an infection caused by bacteria known as salmonella. This is contracted through touching rodent droppings, urine, etc and can also be infected by eating rat contaminated food, drinks and water. Children can be seriously affected by this disease and it generally aims at your digestive system. This can be dangerous to children below 5 years and elders and people with weak immune system.
Lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCMV)
Your common House Mouse is responsible for spreading the disease. Pregnant women are at most risk with this and can cause babies with birth defects. The virus can cause encephalitis, meningitis, and abnormal motor controls. It will affect the brain and cause symptoms like confusion, drowsiness and sensory disturbances.
Call professional help
If you have mice infestation and are totally unaware of its repercussions, you should contact BBPP the best pest control Richmond Hill and get rid of the infestation comprehensively. The above said diseases can turn serious if not given medical attention immediately. You can contact the pest control on phone number 647-910-6315 or info@bbppcanada.com and get a free quote.