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Lung silicosis, X-ray
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Lung silicosis, X-ray
Lung silicosis. Coloured X-ray of the lungs of a patient with silicosis, a type of pneumoconiosis. The orange masses in the lungs are areas of fibrous (scarred) tissue and inflammation. Silicosis is caused by the inhalation of silica dust particles, and is therefore most prevalent in people working in the mining and quarrying industries. Symptoms include breathlessness and a chronic cough. Sufferers also have a high risk of developing tuberculosis. There is no cure for silicosis, treatment is aimed at reducing the symptoms
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Chest Dust False Colour Fibrous Illness Inflamed Inflammation Lung Lungs Mass Masses Particles Pulmonary Radiography Respiratory Scarred Scarring Silica X Ray Machine Condition Disorder False Coloured Occupational Silicosis
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This print from Science Photo Library provides a vivid depiction of lung silicosis, a debilitating condition caused by the inhalation of silica dust particles. The image showcases the intricate details of an affected patient's lungs, with striking orange masses indicating areas of fibrous tissue and inflammation. Silicosis primarily affects individuals working in mining and quarrying industries, where exposure to silica dust is common. As a result, these workers face significant health risks such as breathlessness and chronic coughing. Moreover, this respiratory disorder increases their susceptibility to developing tuberculosis. The absence of a cure for silicosis makes treatment focused on alleviating symptoms rather than eliminating the disease entirely. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need for preventive measures and improved safety standards within industrial settings. Through its false-colored presentation, this medical image highlights both the physical consequences endured by those afflicted with silicosis and the importance of respiratory health awareness. It underscores how occupational hazards can profoundly impact human bodies while emphasizing that advancements in radiography technology enable us to visualize internal conditions more accurately. Science Photo Library continues to provide invaluable visual resources like this one that bridge scientific knowledge with artistic representation—a testament to their commitment to education and research dissemination without commercial intent or affiliation.
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