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Byssinosis is a disease of the lungs brought on by breathing in cotton dust or dusts from other vegetable fibers such as flax, hemp, or sisal while at work. See also: Occupational asthma |
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Symptoms
Chest tightness; Cough; Wheezing. Symptoms will get worse at the beginning of the work week, and then improve while y...
Causes
Breathing in the dust produced by raw cotton can cause byssinosis. It is most common in people who work in the textil...
Tests
Your health care provider will take a detailed medical history, and will ask many questions to try to find out whethe...
Treatments
The most important treatment is to stop exposure to the dust. Reducing dust levels in the factory (by improving machi...
Alternative Therapies
Attending support groups with others who are affected by similar diseases can often help you understand your disease ...
Prevention
Controlling dust, using face masks, and other measures can reduce the risk. Stop smoking, especially if you work in t...
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