Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Eosinophilic Pneumonia and Lymphadenopathy Associated With Vaping and Tetrahydrocannabinol Use. |
| Authors: |
Mull, Eric S., Erdem, Guliz, Nicol, Kathleen, Adler, Brent, Shell, Richard |
| Source: |
Pediatrics. Apr2020, Vol. 145 Issue 4, p1-4. 5p. |
| Subjects: |
Lymphatic disease diagnosis, Cannabinoids, Lymphatic diseases, Smoking, Electronic cigarettes, Pulmonary eosinophilia, Adolescence |
| Abstract: |
Idiopathic acute eosinophilic pneumonia is a rare and potentially life-threatening condition that is defined by bilateral pulmonary infiltrates and fever in the presence of pulmonary eosinophilia. It often presents acutely in previously healthy individuals and can be difficult to distinguish from infectious pneumonia. Although the exact etiology of idiopathic acute eosinophilic pneumonia remains unknown, an acute hypersensitivity reaction to an inhaled antigen is suggested, which is further supported by recent public health risks of vaping (electronic cigarette) use and the development of lung disease. In this case, a patient with a year-long history of vaping in conjunction with tetrahydrocannabinol cartridge use who was diagnosed with idiopathic acute eosinophilic pneumonia with associated bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy is described. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
