Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis
Alternative names:
alveolar proteinosis
Symptoms:
Note: There may be no symptoms.
Signs and tests:
Physical examination may reveal clubbing of fingers as a result of decreased oxygen (the ends of the fingers become thick). There may be a bluish coloration of the skin caused by lack of oxygen.
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