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Chapter 10 - Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)»Lung diseases due to external agents (J60-J70)»Byssinosis (J66.0)
Byssinosis
A condition of BRONCHOCONSTRICTION resulting from hypersensitive reaction to inhaled dust during the initial processing of cotton, flax, or hemp in the textile industry. Symptoms include wheezing and tightness in the chest.