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Is silicosis serious?

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  1. Serious problems can result if silicosis is left untreated. Lung damage leads to low levels of oxygen in the blood and can put a strain on the heart that can lead to heart failure. The silica in the dust can also cause lung cancer. Scarring in the lungs interferes with the body's immune response and can lead to tuberculosis (TB).

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    Serious problems can result if silicosis is left untreated. Lung damage leads to low levels of oxygen in the blood and can put a strain on the heart that can lead to heart failure. The silica in the dust can also cause lung cancer. Scarring in the... More

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