Siderosis
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪdˈɪɹoʊˈsɪs/
Siderosis (noun)
- A lung condition caused by breathing in iron-containing dust, which can damage lung tissue over time.
- A condition where iron builds up in body tissues, often after repeated exposure or internal bleeding.
Examples
- Siderosis can damage the lungs after breathing iron dust.
- The lungs can develop siderosis when iron dust is inhaled often.