Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
Alternative names:
allergic alveolitis; detergent worker's lung; farmer's lung; humidifier lung; mushroom picker's disease
Treatment:
The objective of treatment is to identify the offending allergen and avoid further exposure to the allergen once it is identified. A change of occupations is indicated in some cases. In severe cases, steroids may be given for 4 to 6 weeks.
Expectations (prognosis):
Most symptoms resolve after exposure to the allergen is limited.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of hypersensitivity pneumonitis develop.
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