What is Acquaniis Caarrook?
Acquaniis Caarook, crudely referred to as "waterlogging" by some
kats and minena, is a disease caused by a protist (not damp conditions,
contrary to popular belief) which thrives in saltwater. It can
cause severe diarrhea and dehydration, and can be fatal if there
is no uncontaminated water for the kat/minena to rehydrate itself with.
What are the symptoms?
Acquaniis Caarook can cause severe diarrhea and vomitting which
can lead to dehydration. In some cases, the diarrhea/vomit is
bloody. If the kat/minena is unable to replace the fluids with clean
water as swiftly as they're being lost, the dehydration can lead
to death.
What causes it?
Protists which thrive in saltwater are the culprit. If a kat/minena
drinks contaminated water, the protists can wreak havoc on the
digestive system.
How is it spread?
Acquaniis Caarook has no way of passing from kat to kat, but it
is possible to get it from eating contaminated shellfish and
other aquatic creatures.
Where is it found?
The protists that cause the condition are found in saltwater.
This can be marshes, lakes, beaches, and numerous other places...
but it must be saltwater.
How can it be prevented?
Not drinking saltwater is the most obvious prevention. If this
cannot be avoided, an ability such as Change Water can purify
the water. Not all saltwater is contaminated with these
creatures, but it's better to be safe than sorry!
How is it treated?
The only treatment for Acquaniis Caarook is to drink _lots_ of
clean water. Dehydration can lead to death. If the kat/minena manages
to keep itself hydrated to a decent level, Acquaniis Caarook may
only last for a week or less.
What are your chances of getting it?
Isles, Beaches, and some Marshes have the biggest chance of
developing this condition, as many of them live close to
saltwater. Your chances of getting Acquaniis Carook are
nonexistant if you avoid drinking saltwater as much as possible.
Contributed by Cheshire
