Abstract
Three cases of occupational asthma caused by oak wood dust are presented. The diagnosis was confirmed by specific inhalation challenges, which induced a dual asthmatic reaction in two subjects and an atypical prolonged immediate reaction in one subject.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Asthma / diagnosis
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Asthma / etiology*
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Bronchial Provocation Tests
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Dust / adverse effects
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Forced Expiratory Volume
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Occupational Diseases / diagnosis
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Occupational Diseases / etiology*
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Occupational Exposure / adverse effects*
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Time Factors
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Wood*