Acute Silicosis Causes
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Causes of Acute Silicosis
Crystalline silica can be found in:
- Concrete
- Masonry
- Sandstone
- Rock
- Paint
- Other abrasives
- Soil
- Mortar
- Plaster
- Shingles
When silica dust gets into the air you breathe, it may become trapped in your lungs. The dust builds up damages your lungs. More dust will create more damage. This will make it hard for you to breathe.
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