Farmer's Lung

Overview

A form of alveolitis or pneumonitis due to an acquired hypersensitivity to inhaled antigens associated with farm environment. Antigens in the farm dust are commonly from bacteria actinomycetes (SACCHAROPOLYSPORA and THERMOACTINOMYCES), fungi, and animal proteins in the soil, straw, crops, pelts, serum, and excreta.

This information is general and should not be treated as medical advice. Always speak directly with a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about treatment, diagnosis, procedures, medicines or care.

Quick facts about Farmer's Lung

Topic type

Condition

Category

Respiratory

MeSH classification

C08.381.483.125.365|C08.674.055.365|C20.543.480.680.075.365|C24.080.365

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