Some birds may shed the bacteria while exhibiting only mild or no symptoms. The time from when a person is exposed until symptoms appear, typically ranges from 5 to 19 days, but longer periods have been reported.
How do I know if my bird has psittacosis?
Psittacines can have signs ranging from dyspnea (trouble breathing) to oculonasal discharge to anorexia to bright green feces to regurgitation and/or vomiting. The bird may also have neurologic signs, especially in cockatiels, which may suffer tremors or twisting of the head, body, and neck.
What is the incubation period for psittacosis?
Patients may present with pulse-temperature dissociation (fever without increased pulse rate), splenomegaly, and rash, though less frequently. The incubation period is typically 5 to 14 days. Less commonly, symptoms may begin more than 14 days after exposure.
Can psittacosis in birds be cured?
Summary. Psittacosis is a type of lung infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci. Chlamydia psittaci is commonly carried by birds of the parrot family including budgerigars, lovebirds and parakeets. This disease can be readily treated with antibiotics.
How do you know if your budgie has psittacosis?
Symptoms of Psittacosis in BirdsPuffy and swollen eyes.Lethargy.Loss of appetite and weight loss.Fluffed feathers.Nasal discharge.Abnormal droppings.
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