pneumonitis

[ noo-muh-nahy-tis, nyoo- ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. inflammation of the lung caused by a virus or exposure to irritating substances.

pneumonitis

/ ˌnjuːmɒnˈaɪtɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the lungs

Word History and Origins

Origin of pneumonitis¹

From New Latin, dating back to 1815–25; pneumon-, -itis

Example Sentences

Price said her son, Waylon, has been diagnosed with chemical pneumonitis — a form of lung irritation — since the raid.

From Seattle Times

Mr Spencer died from a lung injury called aspiration pneumonitis due to near drowning.

From BBC

Anti-inflammatory drugs given to patients during radiation therapy can dampen the inflammation in the lungs, called pneumonitis, but not all patients respond equally well.

From Science Daily

Depending on how long someone is exposed to the material, and how much, it also can cause delayed pulmonary edema, pneumonitis, bronchitis and dental erosion.

From Seattle Times

Depending on the dosage, it also can also cause delayed pulmonary edema, pneumonitis, bronchitis, and dental erosion.

From Seattle Times