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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. 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 ...

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Pneumonia - Wikipedia

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    Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung primarily affecting the small air sacs known as alveoli. [3] [14] Symptoms typically include some combination of productive or dry cough, chest pain, fever, and difficulty breathing. [15]

  8. 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 ...

  9. Bladder outlet obstruction - Wikipedia

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    It is the most common cause of hydronephrosis detected in utero and is the most common anomaly detected on prenatal ultrasounds. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] It occurs in approximately 1 in every 1500 live births, is most commonly seen in males, involves the left ureter twice as often as the right ureter.