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  2. Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis - Wikipedia

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    Although it has been defined as an extension of pneumoconiosis, there is no scientific evidence for a similar disease related to volcanic silica particle exposures. [8] Subsequently, the word was used in Frank Scully's puzzle book Bedside Manna, after which time, members of the N.P.L. campaigned to include the word in major dictionaries. [9] [10]

  3. Hydronephrosis - Wikipedia

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    The signs and symptoms of hydronephrosis depend upon whether the obstruction is acute or chronic, partial or complete, unilateral or bilateral. Hydronephrosis that occurs acutely with sudden onset (as caused by a kidney stone) can cause intense pain in the flank area (between the hips and ribs) known as a renal colic. Historically, this type of ...

  4. Pneumococcal pneumonia - Wikipedia

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    Pneumococcal pneumonia is a type of bacterial pneumonia that is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus). [1] It is the most common bacterial pneumonia found in adults, the most common type of community-acquired pneumonia, and one of the common types of pneumococcal infection. The estimated number of Americans with pneumococcal ...

  5. Legionnaires' disease - Wikipedia

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    [5] [11] Those with severe pneumonia and those with pneumonia and a recent travel history should be tested for the disease. [12] Diagnosis is by a urinary antigen test and sputum culture. [6] No vaccine is available. [7] Prevention depends on good maintenance of water systems. [7] Treatment of Legionnaires' disease is commonly conducted with ...

  6. Restrictive lung disease - Wikipedia

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    Restrictive lung diseases are a category of extrapulmonary, pleural, or parenchymal respiratory diseases that restrict lung expansion, [2] resulting in a decreased lung volume, an increased work of breathing, and inadequate ventilation and/or oxygenation. Pulmonary function test demonstrates a decrease in the forced vital capacity.

  7. What is ‘white lung’ pneumonia, and why is it reportedly on ...

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    Recent reports of “white lung” pneumonia, or "white lung syndrome," among U.S. children have parents worried their kids could contract yet another pathogen this holiday season. But “white ...

  8. What Is White Lung Pneumonia? Doctors Explain Signs and ... - AOL

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    White lung syndrome, or white lung pneumonia, is getting attention after an outbreak in Ohio. Experts explain symptoms, causes, treatment, and prevention.

  9. Acute kidney injury - Wikipedia

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    AKI can be caused by systemic disease (such as a manifestation of an autoimmune disease, e.g., lupus nephritis), crush injury, contrast agents, some antibiotics, and more. AKI often occurs due to multiple processes. [10]: 31-32 The causes of acute kidney injury are commonly categorized into prerenal, intrinsic, and postrenal.