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Chemical pneumonitis
A condition in which the lungs are inflamed due to inhaling irritants.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Should I consult if haziness detected at the lower right lung consider pneumonitis?
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I was told I had acute pneumonitis at the beginning of the month.I'm on 40mg of steroids and currently experiencing chest pains should i go to doctor?
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