WHITE LUNG
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White Lung.
White Lung - as a noun
Acute lung injury characterized by coughing and rales; inflammation of the lungs which become stiff and fibrous and cannot exchange oxygen; occurs among persons exposed to irritants such as corrosive chemical vapors or ammonia or chlorine etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adult respiratory distress syndromeards5wet lungExample Sentences
"Symptoms of white lung include coughing, chest pain, and shortness of breath."
"Workers in asbestos mines are at high risk of developing white lung."
"Treatment options for white lung include medication and oxygen therapy."
"Preventing exposure to asbestos is crucial in preventing white lung."
"A chest X-ray is often used to diagnose white lung."
