When patients present with nonspecific respiratory symptoms, such as cough and dyspnea,
Dry inspiratory crackles heard at the lung bases can indicate a serious and potentially fatal interstitial lung disease (ILD). Your vigilance in the primary care setting can make a difference in detecting ILD early.1-3
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Pulmonary fibrosis is a common threat across different ILDs4
Learn about the range of ILDs
About ILD
If you suspect ILD, take prompt action and refer to a lung specialist for further evaluation
References
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- Cosgrove GP et al. BMC Pulm Med. 2018;18(1):9.