Pneumonitis

Inflammation of the lungs that may cause coughing, breathing difficulty, and wheezing. Causes include an allergic reaction to dust containing animal or plant material (see alveolitis) and exposure to radiation (see radiation hazards). Pneuomonitis may also occur as a side effect of drugs, such as amiodarone and azathioprine.

 

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