History quiz

What where the 2 most common diseases in trench world war?

The most common diseases in trench warfare during World War I were trench foot and dysentery.

Trench foot :

* It was caused by prolonged exposure of the feet to cold and wet conditions in the trenches, which led to tissue damage and infection.

* This disease was marked by severe pain, swelling, and blisters on the feet, which could lead to gangrene and even death in some cases.

*Trench foot affected a significant number of soldiers, with estimates suggesting that up to 20% of troops were affected during the war.

Dysentery:

* It is a bacterial infection affecting the intestines, leading to severe diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever.

* In the unsanitary conditions of the trenches, dysentery spread rapidly and was a major cause of morbidity and mortality among soldiers.

* Poor hygiene and the contamination of food and water sources contributed to the spread of the disease, which could cause dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and even death.