How to check for pneumoconiosis
Written by Yuan Qing
Pulmonology
Updated on September 03, 2024
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Pneumoconiosis is primarily caused by inhaling a large amount of gases containing dust particles in our production or work environment. These gases deposit in our alveoli over a long period, leading to the retention of dust in the lungs. Subsequently, this dust irritates the alveoli and pulmonary interstitium, leading to pulmonary interstitial fibrosis. Patients may experience symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. The examination of pneumoconiosis mainly relies on imaging of the chest, such as chest radiographs, combined with pulmonary function tests, which can essentially determine the diagnosis of pneumoconiosis and also assess the severity of the disease.
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