Loffler Syndrome

**Semantic type:** Disease or Syndrome

**Definition:** A transient inflammatory pulmonary disorder characterized by eosinophilia. Eosinophilic infiltration of the lungs may be secondary to parasitic infection or drug hypersensitivity. Clinical signs include dry cough, fever and dyspnea. Prognosis is favorable as the disorder follows a self-limited course.

**Synonyms:** - Loffler's Syndrome - Löffler Syndrome