byssinosis
- occupational disease of cotton workers
- sx: gradual
(typically on Monday)
- stages:
- only on Monday
- persistent, greater on Monday
- irreversible
Xray Findings:
- 1st stage: negative
- 3rd stage: chronic bronchitis (w/o emphysema),
no specific findings
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