Inflammation of the lungs, caused by a virus or allergic reaction. Treatment includes removal of the offending agent, if possible, and corticosteroids.
Inflammation of the lungs generally caused by hypersensitivity to repeated or prolonged inhalation of natural or chemical agents. In its acute form, the symptoms resemble those of a flulike illness with a cough. It may also take the form of recurrent pneumonia or chronic shortness of breath, a productive cough, and weight loss. These symptoms may appear within 4 to 12 hours following exposure to the causative irritant. Pneumonitis can improve or resolve completely within a few days when exposure to the irritant is stopped. When exposure is continued, the inflammation may progress to pulmonary fibrosis.
Inflammation of the lung that is confined to the walls of the air sacs (alveoli) and often caused by viruses or unknown agents. It may be acute and transient or chronic, leading to increasing respiratory disability. It does not respond to antibiotics but corticosteroids may be helpful.
Inflammation of the lung, usually due to hypersensitivity (allergy), radiation exposure, aspiration, viral infection, or autoimmune illnesses, such as systemic lupus erythematosus.
The inflammation of the lungs resulting from the inhalation of a liquid, typically carbon-based, leads to a condition known as chemical pneumonitis.
Lung inflammation leading to symptoms like coughing, breathing challenges, and wheezing. This condition can stem from various causes, including allergic responses to dust with animal or plant components, as well as exposure to radiation. Additionally, pneumonitis might emerge as a drug side effect, with medications like amiodarone and azathioprine being potential culprits.