4 Health Dangers Of Cockroaches In Your Home That You Should Know

Cockroaches are very commonly insects on this side of the world, and almost everyone has come across one or more in their houses.

While they may seem like harmless creatures, these insects can cause a lot of damage to one’s health, if care is not taken.

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In this article on EKO HOT BLOG we would be looking health dangers of Cockroaches in your home. 

1. Infect uncovered food

If you are the type of person who typically leaves their food out overnight, you should immediately stop doing so since cockroaches can lay their eggs in your food or infect it with some bacteria that can be harmful to your health. As a result, you should always make an effort to secure your food before retiring for the night.

2. Infect your skin with bacteria

One of the health risks associated with having cockroaches in your home is the possibility that some of them will bite you. Because cockroaches carry bacteria, skin infections caused by cockroach bites can lead to more serious conditions. You should seek medical attention right away if you find any sort of wound on your body when you wake up in the morning.

3. They could be harmful to you at night

If you have cockroaches in your home, you run the risk of having the smaller ones crawl up your nose or into your ear at night. This poses a health risk. So, it’s imperative that you eliminate them without delay.

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4. Their saliva secretion can cause allergic reactions

The saliva or secretions of cockroaches can trigger severe allergic reactions if they come into touch with human skin. Rash-inducing effects have been reported.

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