Coal worker's pneumoconiosis
Alternate Names : Black lung disease, Pneumoconiosis, Anthrosilicosis
Treatment
There is no specific treatment for this disorder. You should avoid further exposure to the dust.
Support Groups
For additional resources, see lung disease support group.
Prognosis (Expectations)
The outcome for the simple form is usually good. It rarely causes disability or death. The complicated form may cause shortness of breath that gets progressively worse.
Complications
Complications may include:
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of coal worker's pneumoconiosis.
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