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Bookmark or Share- Silicosis - American Lung AssociationSilicosis is a type of pulmonary fibrosis, a lung disease caused by breathing in tiny bits of silica, a common mineral found in sand, quartz and many other types of rock. Silicosis mainly affects workers exposed to silica dust in jobs such as construction and mining.
- Learn About Silicosis - American Lung AssociationSilicosis is an interstitial lung disease caused by breathing in tiny bits of silica, a common mineral found in many types of rock and soil. Over time, exposure to silica particles causes permanent lung scarring, called pulmonary fibrosis.
- Pulmonary Fibrosis Medications - American Lung AssociationMedication for pulmonary fibrosis depends on the type of PF. Some types of medication include anti-fibrotic drugs for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, steroids, anti-acid medications and drugs to treat cough.
- The Dangers of Silica Dust | American Lung AssociationHowever, unfortunately many times the lung damage is permanent, and though the cancer can be treated, nothing can be done to treat the underlying black lung or silicosis comorbidity. What Can Be Done?
- Silicosis Symptoms and Diagnosis | American Lung AssociationSymptoms of silicosis usually appear after many years of exposure. In early stages, symptoms are mild and include cough, sputum and progressive shortness of breath . As the scarring continues to worsen, the first real signs of a problem may be an abnormal chest X-ray and a slowly developing cough .
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