Acute Silicosis Learning Center
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Acute silicosis is lung inflammation due to breathing in large amounts of silica dust or silicon dioxide over several months. |
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Causes
The disease occurs mainly in people who work in sandblasting, mining, quarrying, grinding, and those who work in foun...
Tests
The mucous membranes may have a bluish color (cyanosis. Often, the doctor can hear abnormal lung sounds with a stetho...
Treatments
There is no specific treatment for silicosis. Whole-lung lavage or treatment with corticosteroids may be attempted. F...
Complications
A complication is respiratory failure. Patients with silicosis are at increased risk of developing pulmonary tubercul...
Prevention
If you work in a high-risk occupation, wear a dust mask and do not smoke. You also may need other protection, such as...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have occupational exposure to silica and you develop sy...
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