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How To Identify Pigeon Fanciers' Lung

Are you worried you are suffering from pigeon fanciers' lung? Stewart Wardrop, general manager of the Royal Pigeon Racing Association, shares some tips and advice on the symptoms and treatments. Enlarge

How To Identify Pigeon Fanciers' Lung

Are you worried you are suffering from pigeon fanciers' lung? Stewart Wardrop, general manager of the Royal Pigeon Racing Association, shares some tips and advice on the symptoms and treatments.

Top Tips

  • Pigeon fanciers' lung is caused by the bloom associated with the shedding of feathers. It may also be prevalent in the dust and droppings in the loft.
  • The primary symptoms are: breathlessness, coughing, sweating, aching limbs and general feeling of ill-being.
  • The primary way of alleviating the symptoms is by wearing a mask; your doctor may also prescribe inhalers or steroids.