Assertion: silicosis | /r/HasProperty | irreversible scarring
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text: Exposure to silica dust can lead to the development of lung cancer, silicosis (an irreversible scarring and stiffening of the lungs), kidney disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
text: Silicosis is irreversible, and there is no cure or specific treatment
text: Silicosis is an irreversible condition, and has no cure or specific treatment.
text: Health risks from silica dust exposure can include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (including chronic bronchitis and emphysema), silicosis (an irreversible scarring and stiffening of the lungs), lung cancer (associated with silicosis) and kidney disease.