Byssinosis

**Definition:** 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.

**Tree numbers:** - C08.381.483.581.275 - C08.381.520.702.275 - C24.800.323

**Synonyms:** - Brown Lung Disease - Brown Lung