The Ministry of Health of RA encourages citizens not to swim in some of the coastal areas of Lake Sevan, where bacterial algae is noticed.
Bacterial algae meet in the whole world, especially in non-flowing, nutrient-rich waters. Some types produce poisons that affect the health of animals and people.
In case of swimming in such water, the following symptoms may occur: asthma, eye irritation, rash especially around the mouth and nose, skin irritation, allergic reaction. In case of swallowing water stomach aches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, throat ache, headache, muscle and joint pain, rash in the oral cavity, liver problems may occur.
In order to avoid such health problems, the Ministry of Health urges
- Do not swim in areas with bacterial algae
- Forbid children to swim in banned areas
- In case of the above mentioned symptoms, consult a doctor immediately.