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Asbestosis — DOccMed MCQ

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A 56-year-old plumber with 20 years of asbestos pipe lagging (stopping 2000) has progressive breathlessness. CXR shows bilateral lower zone interstitial fibrosis. No pleural plaques. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: AAsbestosis

Significant asbestos exposure with bilateral lower zone fibrosis is consistent with asbestosis. It can occur without pleural plaques. This is a prescribed disease.

Reference: BTS Asbestos Guidelines; IIDB