Tag: Occupational Lung Disease

Respiratory Disorders: (1) Tuberculosis- Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculae. It spreads through the sputum of infected persons. Sputum is mucus expelled from the trachea via the mouth. It contains mucus-trapped dust particles and bacteria. The bacteria of tuberculosis release tuberculin, a toxin that causes fever, loss of weight and general weakness. The bacteria cause the …

Occupational Lung Disease And Asthma: Occupational Lung Disease: Occupational lung disease is that which arises due to the occupation of the person where he or she inhales various harmful substances like gas, fumes or dust. Silicosis, asbestosis and tobacosis are common diseases that occur due to inhalation of stone quarries, silica or asbestos dust or tobacco …