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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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331
US Estimated
514
Europe Estimated
Age of Onset
ICD-10
J82
Inheritance
This condition does not appear to have a clear pattern of inheritance.
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Idiopathic Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia is a rare and rapidly progressive lung disease characterized by the sudden accumulation of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) in the lungs, leading to acute respiratory failure. The term idiopathic means the exact cause is unknown.
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
FACT
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
FACT
Treatment with corticosteroids is effective in most cases