Overview
Definition
Lung disease from inhaling coal dust (Black Lung).
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Inhalation of coal dust.
Clinical Symptoms
- Chronic cough
- dyspnea
- black sputum (melanoptysis).
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Chest X-ray (small nodular opacities in upper lobes).
Management
- Supportive
- avoid exposure.
Complications
- Progressive massive fibrosis
- Cor pulmonale.