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Idiopathic acute eosinophilic pneumonia
Idiopathic acute eosinophilic pneumonia (IAEP) is characterized by the rapid accumulation of eosinophils in the lungs
Prevalence
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Age of Onset
ICD-10
J82
Inheritance
This condition does not appear to have a clear pattern of inheritance.
5 Facts you should know
FACT
IAEP can occur at any age but most commonly affects otherwise healthy individuals between 20 and 40 years of age
FACT
Signs and symptoms may include fever, cough, fatigue, difficulty breathing (dyspnea), muscle pain, and chest pain
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IAEP can progress rapidly to acute respiratory failure
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Possible triggers of acute eosinophilic pneumonia include cigarette smoking, occupational exposure to dust and smoke, and certain medications
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Treatment with corticosteroids is effective in most cases