Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asbestosis
Noun
/æzˈbɛstəsɪs/
Definition
Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers.
Examples
- Many workers in the construction industry developed asbestosis due to prolonged exposure to asbestos.
- The patient was diagnosed with asbestosis after years of working in an old building containing asbestos.
- Asbestosis can lead to serious health complications, including lung cancer.
Meaning
This condition leads to scarring of lung tissue, which can cause respiratory problems.
Synonyms
- Asbestos-related lung disease
- Pneumonoconiosis
- Interstitial lung disease
