psittacosis

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What is psittacosis?

Psittacosis is an infection caused by Chlamydia psittaci, a type of bacteria found in the droppings of birds. Birds spread the infection to humans.

Alternative Names:

Ornithosis; Chlamydia psittaci

Posts on psittacosis (27)

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