Constrictive bronchiolitis
Overview
A lung disease caused by inhalation of v. The exposure can cause scarring of the lungs which can lead to obstruction of the small airways and ultimately impaired lung function. Chronic exposure can lead to gradual worsening of symptoms over a period of time. Acute exposure can result in lung damage that may be asymptomatic for a short period of time but can then lead to rapid death due to severe obstructive breathing problems. Severity of symptoms and outcome depend on degree of exposure.
Symptoms
* Non-productive cough * Breathing difficulty * Finger clubbing * Shortness of breath
Diagnosis
Home Lung Function Tests
Resources
Constrictive bronchiolitis: Another name for Bronchiolitis Obliterans - Ozone inhalation