Byssinosis

ICD-10 Code J66.0

Byssinosis

Definition

An occupational lung disorder caused by exposure to cotton dust. It occurs more commonly in workers in the textile industry. Signs and symptoms include chest tightness, cough and wheezing. The symptoms tend to get worse at the beginning of the week and subside by the end of the week.

Also known as cotton dust pneumoconiosis, pneumoconiosis from cotton dust — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
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