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Interstitial Pneumonitis

Definition: Interstitial pneumonitis refers to a condition characterized by inflammation and scarring of the interstitial tissues (the tissue around the air sacs) of the lungs.

Usage: Interstitial pneumonitis can be caused by various factors, including viral infections, exposure to certain medications or chemicals, autoimmune diseases, or radiation therapy.

Sense:

1. Noun: A medical condition characterized by the inflammation and fibrosis of the interstitial tissues in the lungs.
2. Noun: An idiopathic form of interstitial pneumonitis, also known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, which has no known cause.

Sample Sentences:

1. The patient was diagnosed with interstitial pneumonitis after experiencing persistent cough and shortness of breath.
2. Exposure to asbestos can lead to the development of interstitial pneumonitis.
3. The exact cause of idiopathic interstitial pneumonitis remains unknown.

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