WATER QUALITY AND GASTROINTESTINAL DISEASE, PHYSIOLOGICAL IMPACT ON GUT FUNCTION
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Keywords
Water quality, gastrointestinal diseases, gut health, microbial contamination, Pakistan, dysbiosis
Abstract
Objectives
This study aims to assess the impact of water quality on gastrointestinal diseases and the physiological effects on gut function, with a focus on rural and urban populations in Pakistan.
Materials and Methods
Cross-sectional study was carried out at more than one place in Pakistan, water samples were collected and tested for microbial and chemical quality. Gut symptoms were assessed in study participants, and fecal samples collected to assess microbiota profile and inflammation.
Results
The findings showed high levels of water pollution by pathogens which has enhanced the incidence of gastrointestinal diseases particularly in the rural population. It was further observed that the levels of chemical in the urban area were significantly high which had negative impact on the dysbiosis and gut health. A positive correlation between water quality and incidences of diarrhoeal disorders, flatulence and other stomach upsets was established by the study.
Conclusion
The study underscores the critical need for improved water treatment and monitoring systems to reduce waterborne diseases and safeguard gut health.
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Nabeela Yasmeen
Assistant Professor, Department of Physiology, Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Muhammad Israr Ul Haq
Assistant Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Ghazala Yasmeen Iqbal
Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Hafiz Umer Farooq
Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Rafay Ur Rehman Cheema
Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Shazia Sultan
Senior Demonstrator, Department of Physiology, Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan