Causes Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Reviewed by Cecile S. Rose, MD, MPH (June 01, 2012) HP typically is found in people who work in places where there are high levels of organic dusts. The most common type of this disease is “bird fancier’s lung.” This is caused by repeated or intense exposure to proteins found in the feathers or droppings of many species of birds. The disease can also be caused by exposure to: dust from moldy hay, straw, and grain aerosols containing fungi bacteria in humidifiers, heating systems and air conditioners certain chemicals, such as isocyanates, as well as use of some medications can also lead to HP. Symptoms Clinical Trials For more than 100 years, National Jewish Health has been committed to finding new treatments and cures for diseases. Search our clinical trials. Can Investigational Medication Benefit FHP Patients? × Safely Get the Care You Need We are ready to help you stay healthy with many same-day appointments available and are taking every precaution to ensure your safety. To make an appointment, call 303.398.1355 or schedule online today. COVID-19 Testing and Care Swab (PCR) and Antibody testing appointments can be booked online and are available with results in 24-48 hours. If you are experiencing symptoms, we have same-day appointments in our adult and pediatric COVID-19 treatment clinics in dedicated areas. We also offer care for those wo have had COVID-19 in our Center for Post-COVID-19 Care and Recovery. Learn more about our specialized COVID-19 care. Vaccine Information The vaccine has arrived and we are working through Colorado’s state-guided phases of vaccination. Visit our COVID-19 Vaccines page for more information on timing and availability. Close
Reviewed by Cecile S. Rose, MD, MPH (June 01, 2012) HP typically is found in people who work in places where there are high levels of organic dusts. The most common type of this disease is “bird fancier’s lung.” This is caused by repeated or intense exposure to proteins found in the feathers or droppings of many species of birds. The disease can also be caused by exposure to: dust from moldy hay, straw, and grain aerosols containing fungi bacteria in humidifiers, heating systems and air conditioners certain chemicals, such as isocyanates, as well as use of some medications can also lead to HP. Symptoms