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pneumonitis

 

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Noun pneumonitis has 1 sense
  1. pneumonitis - inflammation of the lungs; caused by a virus or an allergic reaction
    --1 is a kind of
    inflammation, redness, rubor

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Pneumonitis

Description

Pneumonitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the lung tissue. It often occurs as a response to environmental irritants or as a side effect of certain medical treatments.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Medical Condition

Pneumonitis refers to the inflammation of the lung tissue. It can be caused by exposure to toxic substances, such as chemicals, inhalation of dust or smoke, or certain medications. Symptoms may include cough, difficulty breathing, chest pain, and fever.

Example sentence: The patient developed pneumonitis after inhaling high levels of toxic fumes at the chemical factory.

Noun - Local Reference

In some regions, pneumonitis is used as a local reference for a specific lung infection or disease prevalent within the community.

Example sentence: The small town was plagued with pneumonitis, leading to a community-wide health crisis.

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