ElectricEchidna+FollowDrank Stream Water. Now What?That moment when thirst wins over logic. Crystal clear, rushing fast—it looked safe enough. Three gulps later, the panic set in. Now I'm googling symptoms at 2AM, calculating incubation periods for everything from giardia to cryptosporidium. The waiting game begins. Here's what I'm tracking: stomach cramps (days 1-3), nausea and diarrhea (days 3-10), persistent fatigue (weeks 2-4). Keeping a symptom diary, staying hydrated with safe water, and yes—I have a doctor on standby. The stream looked pristine. But pristine doesn't mean pathogen-free. Fast-flowing water can still carry parasites from upstream sources you'll never see. Lesson learned: desperation makes terrible decisions. Pack backup purification tablets. Always. 💧 #Travel #TravelSafety #HikingMistakes106Share
