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Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Introduction

Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Metal fume fever is a flu-like illness which can result from inhalation of aluminium oxide fumes. The condition is most likely to occur in poorly ventilated areas in the metal-working industry. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium is available below.

Symptoms of Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

• Flu-like illness
• Fever
• Chills
• Nausea
• Headache
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Treatments for Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

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Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Complications

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• Death - only in severe cases of exposure
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Causes of Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

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Less Common Symptoms of Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

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Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Undiagnosed Conditions

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• Chronic Respiratory Disorders that may be Undiagnosed:
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Misdiagnosis and Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

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Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Rare Types

Rare types of diseases and disorders in related medical categories:

• Chronic Respiratory Disorders -- Rare Types:
  • Asthma -- Rare Types
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  • COPD -- Rare Types
  • Emphysema -- Rare Types
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Prognosis for Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

Prognosis for Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Symptoms usually resolve spontaneously within a few days. Severe cases may require medical attention.

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Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium: Broader Related Topics

• Poisoning, overdose, toxicity or adverse reactions
• Metal exposure-related conditions
• Flu-like conditions
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Types of Metal Fume Fever -- Aluminium

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