Ocean Illness
A Crowd-Sourced Collection of Self-Reported Beach Pollution SicknessesUnverified
Upper respiratory infection / sinus problem
13:11 Jul 29 2017 Corolla, NC, section C of Ocean Sands
Description
On 27 July 2017 in Corolla, NC, after taking in a lot of water while boogie boarding, the next day I developed a sore throat on one side. Throughout the day, the entire throat got sore and was painful to swallow. The following day, my symptoms included headache, body aches, stuffy head, mild fever, runny nose and scratchy throat. The next day I experienced some gastro symptoms including mild diarrhea. The water had been in the high 60s; we saw some orange sea slugs floating, but no other algae or animals.Additional Data
| What were your symptoms? Check all that apply:: | Diarrhea,Sinus Infection,Respiratory Illness,Fever |
| Did you see a doctor?: | No |
| If treated, what was the diagnosis and treatment?: | Will go this week if symptoms do not improve |
| How long after you were in the water did your illness symptoms start?: | Next day |
| How many times have you been sick from the water at this beach?: | One |
| How long did your illness last?: | Currently sick |
| Will you allow Surfrider Foundation to contact you? If yes, please provide info below. This will not be shared publicly.: | Yes |
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