The Danger Of Throwing Eggs In Unintentionally Swallowed Foods, Causing Various Health Problems

Illustration of the dangers of fly eggs in food (Freepic)

YOGYAKARTA - When buying food outside, sometimes we find food that is left open and surrounded by flies. The flags that rise not only carry dirt, but can also lay eggs on their food. This needs to be watched out for because fly eggs in food can cause various health problems.

Sometimes we don't realize that the food consumed contains fly eggs. Because the shape is very small, fly eggs in the food are difficult to see directly by the eyes. Not only attached, but these fly eggs can hatch into larvae.

If this is left untreated and swallowed or eaten then it can lead to various serious health problems. Therefore, it is very important for us to understand the dangers posed by fly eggs in the food.

The fly is known as one of the most effective disease spreaders. When you land in dirty places such as garbage, dirt, or carcasses, flies' feet and bodies will be contaminated by various types of bacteria, viruses, and parasites. When flies then land on food, these contaminants will be transferred to the food.

The animal can spread the pathogen through its legs and body. In addition to leaving footprints filled with pathogens, flies also often litter food with their droppings. If the flies perch for too long, it is possible they will lay their eggs on the food.

What is the risk if the egg is swallowed? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the conditions to watch out for is the myiasis intestinal. This condition occurs when the eggs or fly larvae are in foods that are swallowed and survive in the digestive tract.

Usually this disease does not cause symptoms, but some people complain of stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. However, fess examinations for finding these larvae often do not detect eggs because eggs are generally unable to survive in the digestive system.

fly eggs left behind in food can trigger health problems that should not be underestimated. Here are some health hazards that can be caused if you eat food contaminated with fly eggs:

Hazardous Bacteria Contamination

Throwers are insects that often land in dirty places such as garbage, animal droppings, or carcasses. When flies lay their eggs on food, they also carry dangerous bacteria such as Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella, and Shigella.

If we eat foods contaminated with eggs or fly droppings, the risk of food poisoning is very high. Food poisoning due to this bacteria can cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and fever.

Myiasis

Myiasis is a medical condition caused by fly larvae that reproduce in living tissues, both in animals and humans. If accidentally swallow food exposed to fly eggs, there is a possibility that the larvae develop in the body and cause infection. This condition is very dangerous because larvae can damage the body's tissue.

Allergy Reactions And Irritation Of Implementation

fly eggs left in the food can also cause allergic reactions in some people with sensitive immune systems. Symptoms of allergies can be itching, rash, or even difficulty breathing.

In addition, larvae that develop in food can also cause irritation in the digestive tract. This is prone to occur especially in children or people with weak digestive conditions.

That's a review of the dangers of fly eggs in food if swallowed or accidentally eaten. In addition to being able to cause bacterial infection, consuming food contaminated with fly eggs can cause digestive disorders, allergic reactions, to serious infections such as myiasis. Also read about salmonella infection.

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