Which of the following is an occupational lung disease ?

Silicosis

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Asbestosis

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Fibrosis of the upper part of lung

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All of these

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Solution

The correct option is D
All of these

Silicosis - Lung fibrosis is caused by the inhalation of dust containing silica.
Asbestosis - is a chronic inflammatory and fibrotic medical condition affecting the parenchymal tissue of the lungs caused by the inhalation and retention of asbestos fibers.

Fibrosis of the upper part of the lung - can be due to various reasons like radiation and smoking.

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