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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Eosinophilic pneumonia | |||
| synonyms = Pulmonary eosinophilia | |||
| field = [[Pulmonology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Cough]], [[fever]], [[dyspnea]], [[chest pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Respiratory failure]], [[pulmonary fibrosis]] | |||
| onset = Acute or chronic | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Allergic reaction]], [[parasitic infection]], [[medication]] | |||
| risks = [[Asthma]], [[allergies]], [[smoking]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Chest X-ray]], [[CT scan]], [[bronchoalveolar lavage]], [[lung biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Pneumonia]], [[asthma]], [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corticosteroids]], [[antibiotics]] (if infection is present) | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Eosinophilic pneumonia''' is a rare respiratory disease characterized by the accumulation of a specific type of white blood cell known as an [[eosinophil]] in the lungs. These cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response, but their overabundance in the lungs can lead to inflammation and injury. | '''Eosinophilic pneumonia''' is a rare respiratory disease characterized by the accumulation of a specific type of white blood cell known as an [[eosinophil]] in the lungs. These cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response, but their overabundance in the lungs can lead to inflammation and injury. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of eosinophilic pneumonia is unknown. However, it is often associated with certain medications, infections, and autoimmune diseases. In some cases, it may also be linked to exposure to certain environmental factors, such as dust or mold. | The exact cause of eosinophilic pneumonia is unknown. However, it is often associated with certain medications, infections, and autoimmune diseases. In some cases, it may also be linked to exposure to certain environmental factors, such as dust or mold. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of eosinophilic pneumonia can vary widely, but often include [[fever]], [[cough]], and difficulty breathing. Other symptoms may include [[weight loss]], [[night sweats]], and [[fatigue]]. | The symptoms of eosinophilic pneumonia can vary widely, but often include [[fever]], [[cough]], and difficulty breathing. Other symptoms may include [[weight loss]], [[night sweats]], and [[fatigue]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of eosinophilic pneumonia typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. These tests may include blood tests, imaging studies such as a [[chest X-ray]] or [[CT scan]], and a lung biopsy. | Diagnosis of eosinophilic pneumonia typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. These tests may include blood tests, imaging studies such as a [[chest X-ray]] or [[CT scan]], and a lung biopsy. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for eosinophilic pneumonia typically involves medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. These may include [[corticosteroids]] and other immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | Treatment for eosinophilic pneumonia typically involves medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. These may include [[corticosteroids]] and other immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for eosinophilic pneumonia is generally good with appropriate treatment. However, in some cases, the disease can cause permanent lung damage or other complications. | The prognosis for eosinophilic pneumonia is generally good with appropriate treatment. However, in some cases, the disease can cause permanent lung damage or other complications. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Pneumonia]] | * [[Pneumonia]] | ||
* [[Eosinophil]] | * [[Eosinophil]] | ||
* [[Corticosteroids]] | * [[Corticosteroids]] | ||
[[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | [[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:02, 4 April 2025
| Eosinophilic pneumonia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Pulmonary eosinophilia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Cough, fever, dyspnea, chest pain |
| Complications | Respiratory failure, pulmonary fibrosis |
| Onset | Acute or chronic |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Allergic reaction, parasitic infection, medication |
| Risks | Asthma, allergies, smoking |
| Diagnosis | Chest X-ray, CT scan, bronchoalveolar lavage, lung biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Pneumonia, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corticosteroids, antibiotics (if infection is present) |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Eosinophilic pneumonia is a rare respiratory disease characterized by the accumulation of a specific type of white blood cell known as an eosinophil in the lungs. These cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response, but their overabundance in the lungs can lead to inflammation and injury.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of eosinophilic pneumonia is unknown. However, it is often associated with certain medications, infections, and autoimmune diseases. In some cases, it may also be linked to exposure to certain environmental factors, such as dust or mold.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of eosinophilic pneumonia can vary widely, but often include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. Other symptoms may include weight loss, night sweats, and fatigue.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of eosinophilic pneumonia typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. These tests may include blood tests, imaging studies such as a chest X-ray or CT scan, and a lung biopsy.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for eosinophilic pneumonia typically involves medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. These may include corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for eosinophilic pneumonia is generally good with appropriate treatment. However, in some cases, the disease can cause permanent lung damage or other complications.
