What is another word for Anthracosilicosis?
Pronunciation: [ˌanθɹɐkˌɒsɪlɪkˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA) 
Anthracosilicosis, also known as coal worker's pneumoconiosis, is a lung disease caused by the inhalation of coal dust containing silica. The disease is characterized by the formation of scar tissue in the lungs which can cause shortness of breath, coughing, and chest pain. There are several synonyms for anthracosilicosis, including black lung disease, coal dust lung, and miner's lung. These terms are commonly used to describe the condition in different contexts, such as in coal mining communities or among industrial workers exposed to coal dust. While there is no cure for anthracosilicosis, early detection and treatment can improve outcomes and quality of life for those affected.
