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Guinea Pig
- Question
- Can I keep a guinea pig as a pet? I have CF and I´m afraid that I might get infected.
- Answer
- Hello,
Guinea pigs haven´t been proven to carry any risky pathogens, or bacteria dangerous to CF patients, such as pseudomonas aeruginosa.
A guinea pig therefore shouldn´t present any serious danger of infection if it's kept clean. It isn't advisable to lick the animal and it is important to maintain common hygienic habits including regular hand washing.
Dr. J Brázová - 16.11.2011
