Interstitial Lung Disease in a Glass Industry Worker: A Rare Case Report

Seshagiri Rao Damaraju; Raghavendra Rao Manukonda

Seshagiri Rao Damaraju Associate Professor, Department of Pulmonology
Raghavendra Rao Manukonda Professor & Head, Department of Pulmonology

Keywords: Glass industry worker, Investigation profi le, Occupational lung diseases, Respiratory illness, Steroid inhalers

Abstract

Occupational lung diseases are caused by long-term exposure to irritating or toxic agents in the workplace for the workers.
Epidemiologic studies in humans suggest that there is no direct evidence of chronic lung disease associated with glass
exposure. However, rare cases of granulomatous lung disease have been reported. We report a case of a 27-year-old male
patient working in a glass manufacturing industry with recent onset of breathlessness and cough. Chest X-ray, high-resolution
computed tomography revealed nodular opacities. Bronco-alveolar lavage sample and lung biopsy revealed histopathological
examination report. Patient is being managed by corticosteroid inhalers and respiratory physiotherapy. Change in profession
has been advised for prevention of future exposure.

Author Biographies

Seshagiri Rao Damaraju, Associate Professor, Department of Pulmonology

Rangaraya Medical Collage, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India

Raghavendra Rao Manukonda, Professor & Head, Department of Pulmonology

Rangaraya Medical Collage, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India

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