Hypersensitivity pneumonitis treatment

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

Overview

The best treatment is to avoid the provoking allergen, as chronic exposure can cause permanent damage. Corticosteroids such as Prednisolone may help to control symptoms but may produce side-effects.

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