Beware of pigeons: There is a risk of developing Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis due to their droppings – Dr. Deepti Badwe-Kulkarn

Dombivli: It is necessary to take care of health while giving food and water to birds in the gallery of your house or on the street. Because Pigeon droppings can cause hypersensitivity pneumonitis. If domestic birds and animals are vaccinated, it is not possible for birds living in nature. No matter how much you care about birds, it is very important to take care of your health first. There must be some restrictions for that. The number of pigeons in the city is increasing. In fact, Dr. Deepti Badve - Kulkarni made a statement in Dombivali that such types of pigeon food should be outside the populated areas.

Chess Physician Dr.  Deepti Badve - Kulkarni was the subject of a talk show organized by the Dombivli Journalists' Association, during which she gave detailed information about Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.

The Dombivli Journalists' Association organized a seminar on the serious issue of 'Pigeon droppings and fallen feathers pose a threat to human health' at Ojas Hospital near Tilaknagar Post Office in Dombivli East. On this occasion, the association's president Shankar Jadhav and secretary Prashant Joshi introduced Dr. Deepti Badve - Kulkarni to the journalists present.

On this occasion, Dr. Deepti Badve said, pigeon droppings and fallen feathers cause lung diseases in humans. While giving food and water to pigeons, human health should be taken care of. We see that the number of pigeons is increasing. Pigeons come to our area. Pigeons live near the Tolejang building. This is where they lay eggs and defecate.  Feces and fallen feathers are harmful to human health. Pigeon droppings are so fine that they directly affect human breathing. If those who come in contact with pigeons experience symptoms of shortness of breath, cough and fever, they should contact a doctor immediately. Not only this, it can cause 'hypersensitivity pneumonitis' disease. Feeding pigeons should be stopped first. Nets should be installed on the balconies of your house so that pigeons do not enter. At the end of the discussion, member Sonal Sawant-Pawar expressed gratitude.

Pigeon droppings are highly acidic and the harmful chemicals in them spread quickly through the air. As a result, they cause throat diseases, respiratory problems, asthma attacks and are harmful to the immune system.