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A member asked:
Could having hamsters as pets contribute to pulmonary fibrosis?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Some people can develope a sensitivity to their pets. This can lead to a condition called hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Untreated this can lead to pulmonary fibrosis.
Answered 8/16/2013
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Highly unlikely: Never heard of it. However, if this is a new connection, do not hesitate to investigate.
Answered 1/16/2013
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Unlikely: Allergies are more likely. Pulmonary fibrosis could possibly occur from hypersensitivity pneumonitis, but this hasn't been described.
Answered 1/16/2013
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