Pneumoconiosis is a group of interstitial lung diseases caused by the chronic inhalation of mineral or metallic dust particles, which results in permanent inflammation and irreversible scarring (fibrosis) of the lung tissue. Primarily an occupational disease, it is most commonly found in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.
Caused by inhaling crystalline silica dust, common in sandblasting, quarrying, and stone cutting. pneumonoconiosis
Berylliosis (beryllium), siderosis (iron), and stannosis (tin). Classification and Symptoms The disease is categorized by its severity: Pneumoconiosis and Chronic Diseases: A Narrative Review Pneumoconiosis is a group of interstitial lung diseases