India, Sept. 12 -- In the monsoon season, waterborne infections peak, leading to stomach infections and discomfort. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Saad Anwar, consultant general surgery and gastroenterology, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Kanpur said, "Unhygienic food handling, poor sanitation and contaminated water creates a breeding ground for harmful microbes. The results range from mild stomach discomfort to life threatening conditions when they are left untreated or ignored." Also read | Monsoon stomach infections on the rise: Gastroenterologist shares reasons, common infections, symptoms and 7 precautions

The gasteoenterologist further added that contaminated food and water are silent carriers of bacteria, viruses and parasites. "...