Metal fume fever.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Metal fume fever is an ancient occupational disease still encountered among metal workers. The delay between exposure and onset of non-specific symptoms makes this an elusive diagnosis. We present the case of a patient who developed symptoms several hours after welding. The historical background, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, and self-limited course of this common, yet frequently unrecognized illness are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Dyspnea
- Metals
- Occupational Diseases
- Welding