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Which of the following is an occupational respiratory disorder ?

  • Option 1)

    Botulism

  • Option 2)

    Silicosis

  • Option 3)

    Anthracis

  • Option 4)

    Emphysema

 

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DISORDERS OF RESPIRATORY SYSTEM -

Occupational Respiratory Disorders

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In certain industries, especially those involving grinding or stone-breaking, so much dust is produced that the defense mechanism of the body cannot fully cope with the situation. Long exposure can give rise to inflammation leading to fibrosis (proliferation of fibrous tissues) and thus causing serious lung damage.
 

Silicosis is due to excess inhalation of silica dust in the workers involved grinding or stone breaking industries.

Long exposure can give rise to inflammation leading to fibrosis and thus causing serious lung damage.

 


Option 1)

Botulism

This is incorrect.

Option 2)

Silicosis

This is correct.

Option 3)

Anthracis

This is incorrect.

Option 4)

Emphysema

This is incorrect.

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