There is widespread inflammation and deposition of scar tissue within the lung tissue. There are approximately 180 different disorders within this disease classification and are further categorized by known and unknown causes. The known causes of diffuse interstitial pulmonary fibrosis are numerous and include inorganic and organic dusts, gases, fumes, vapors, medications, radiation, and certain lung infections. Risk factors are related to the known causes of these disorders.
Smoking increases the risk.
People over 40 years old are affected more frequently. The incidence is 1 out of 1000 people. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. It is provided for your general information and is not a substitute for medical care or supervised medical treatment. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.