Occupational Lung Disease

Silicosis

Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment

Treatment

Unfortunately, there is no cure for silicosis. However, there are a variety of treatments available to help manage symptoms and prevent complications associated with the disease.

Lung Transplant -- In severe cases, lung transplant may be an option for some patients with silicosis.

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated January 22, 2009