Pigeon breeder's lung (human allergy) in pigeons
Other names: Pigeon allergy، Pigeon lung
Symptoms
- In humans: cough, shortness of breath, fever after exposure, pulmonary fibrosis with chronic exposure
How it spreads
Loft dust.
Diagnosis
A chest physician (X-ray, pulmonary function tests, antibodies).
Treatment
Avoid exposure + human medical treatment.
Prevention
An FFP2/N95 mask during cleaning, dampen before sweeping, strong ventilation.
Treatment and doses are decided by an avian vet after an exam; Zajel does not publish doses.