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What diseases can birds pass to humans?

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Avian Diseases Transmissible to Humans Introduction. . Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) . Chlamydiosis. . Salmonellosis. . Colibacillosis. . Encephalitis Viruses. . Avian Tuberculosis. . Newcastle Disease.


Can birds transmit diseases to humans?

Bird owners should be aware that although their pets might be highly intelligent and fun companions, they can sometimes carry germs that can make people sick. Although rare, germs from birds can cause a variety of illnesses in people, ranging from minor skin infections to serious illnesses.

What are the symptoms of psittacosis in humans?

What are the symptoms of psittacosis and when do they appear? In humans, the symptoms are fever, headache, chills, muscle pains, cough, and sometimes breathing difficulty or pneumonia. If left untreated, the disease can be severe, and even result in death, especially in older people.

Is bird poop toxic to humans?

How dangerous is pigeon poo? Breathing dust or water droplets containing contaminated bird droppings can lead to several diseases, including a flu-like illness called psittacosis. Salmonella - a bacterial infection that can cause diarrhoea - may also be present in some bird droppings.

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