Definition of Industrial bronchitis:
Industrial bronchitis is swelling (inflammation) of the large airways of the lungs that occurs in some people who work around certain dusts, fumes, smoke, or other substances.
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Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
Exposure to dusts, fumes, strong acids, and other chemicals in the air causes this type of bronchitis. Smoking may also contribute.
You may be at risk if you are exposed to dusts such as:
- Asbestos
- Coal
- Cotton
- Flax
- Silica
- Talc
