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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Silicosis is an irreversible condition with currently no cure. Treatment options currently focus on alleviating the symptoms and preventing complications.

Medical Therapy

• Patients with an evidence of silicosis on chest x-ray should avoid further exposure to silica.

Supportive therapy

• Smoking cessation
• Bronchodilators to facilitate breathing if airflow limitation present on spirometry.
• Vaccination against influenza and pneumococcus
• Supplemental oxygen (if indicated) to prevent complications of chronic hypoxemia