In recent times, the blue rock pigeon — also known as Columba livia — has found itself at the center of a growing controversy due to presumed aspergillosis disease carriers.
About Aspergillosis:
It is an infection caused by Aspergillus — a genus of mold that includes hundreds of species.
Transmission
The most common culprit in infections is Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that produces tiny airborne spores.
These spores, when inhaled in large quantities, can cause respiratory illness, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems, preexisting lung conditions, or prolonged exposure to dusty, moldy environments.
Aspergillus is ubiquitous and found in soil, decaying vegetation, compost, dust, old building materials, air-conditioning systems, bird droppings, and even in grain and spices.
It thrives in damp and poorly ventilated areas.
It is not contagious it will not spread from person to person.
Symptoms: It causes different types of infections with some differences in symptoms.
Cough and shortness of breath are common symptoms among all types of aspergillosis. Some types of infections cause nasal congestion, headache, fatigue, and coughing up blood.
Treatment: Treatment depends on the type of infection and includes antifungal medications like voriconazole or itraconazole.
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