What can be the result of fibrosis?

What can be the result of fibrosis?
  1. Chronic Disorder
  2. Difficulty in breathing causing wheezing
  3. Serious lung damage
  4. Decreased respiratory surface

Solution

Long exposure to dust in certain industries can result in inflammation leading to fibrosis (proliferation of fibrous tissues) and thus causing serious lung damage.

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