Chronic Silicosis
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Chronic silicosis is a lung disease that appears after years of inhaling silica dust in moderate amounts. The deposit of these particles causes damage and inflammation in the lung tissue over time.
Context in which it arises: it is associated with occupations involving prolonged exposure to silica dust, such as mining, construction, or work with stone and sand.
Common complaints: it usually presents with shortness of breath that progresses slowly, cough, and a decreased ability to perform exertion.
Who assesses it? The occupational medicine specialist evaluates the relationship between the condition and the work activity, in addition to the respiratory follow-up. If your work involves exposure to this dust and you notice symptoms, it is advisable to discuss it with this professional.
Data on 37 doctors who treat chronic silicosis
Which specialist treats chronic silicosis?
Chronic silicosis is a lung disease caused by long-term exposure to silica dust, common in certain work environments. An occupational medicine specialist evaluates and monitors this work-related condition. If you work in an environment with mineral dust and have a cough or trouble breathing, see this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in chronic silicosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Frequently asked questions
What is chronic silicosis?
Chronic silicosis is a lung disease that appears after years of inhaling silica dust in moderate amounts. The deposit of these particles causes damage and inflammation in the lung tissue over time.
Which doctor treats chronic silicosis?
Chronic silicosis is a lung disease caused by long-term exposure to silica dust, common in certain work environments. An occupational medicine specialist evaluates and monitors this work-related condition. If you work in an environment with mineral dust and have a cough or trouble breathing, see this specialist.