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[[Silicosis]] is a [[respiratory disease]] caused by [[breathing]] in ([[inhaling]]) [[silica]] dust. | [[Silicosis]] is a [[respiratory disease]] caused by [[breathing]] in ([[inhaling]]) [[silica]] dust. | ||
==What are the symptoms of Silicosis?== | ==What are the symptoms of Silicosis?== | ||
*[[Chronic]] [[cough]] | |||
*[[Shortness of breath]] with [[exercise]], usually in patients who have progressive massive [[fibrosis]] | |||
Other symptoms of this [[disease]], especially in [[acute]] [[silicosis]]: | |||
*[[Cough]] | |||
*[[Fever]] | |||
*Severe [[breathing difficulty]] | |||
*[[Weight loss]] | |||
==What causes Silicosis?== | ==What causes Silicosis?== |
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What is Silicosis?
Silicosis is a respiratory disease caused by breathing in (inhaling) silica dust.
What are the symptoms of Silicosis?
- Chronic cough
- Shortness of breath with exercise, usually in patients who have progressive massive fibrosis
Other symptoms of this disease, especially in acute silicosis:
What causes Silicosis?
Who is at risk for Silicosis?
How do I know I have Silicosis?
When to seek urgent medical care
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Silicosis
Directions to Hospitals Treating Silicosis