Dangerous Infections You Can Get From Washing Machines

Washing machines are essential for keeping clothes clean, but they can also become a breeding ground for infections through harmful bacteria and fungi if not properly maintained.

So, though washing machines are produced to ease life, on the contrary they can become disease vending equipmpment in the home if not well maintained.

Here are five common diseases that can be associated with washing machines.

E-coli infections

Ecoli are germs called bacteria. They are found in many places including, food, water, and the intestines of people and animals.

Staphylococcus infections

Staphylococcus bacteria can survive in warm, damp environments like washing machines and can cause skin infections or in severe cases other sicknesses if they enter the body through cuts.  

Fungi infections

Fungi-like mould can grow in damp parts of the machine  especially in front loading washers. This can lead to slain infection, itching, and respiratory issues.

Mycobacterium infection

Non-tuberculous mycobacteria are resilient bacteria that can survive in washing machines and cause skin or respiratory diseases.

Pseudomonas infection

Pseudomonas aeroginosa a common bacteria in water can lead to skin rashes and ear infections. It thrives in most environments including the inner part of the washing machines.

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