pneumonitis
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of pneumonitis
From New Latin, dating back to 1815–25; see origin at pneumon-, -itis
Example Sentences
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Following a pneumonitis event, the patient opted to withdraw from supported care, at which point his symptoms worsened until the patient died.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
In rare cases chicken pox can cause a swelling of the brain, called encephalitis; an inflammation of the lungs, called pneumonitis; and stroke, which can result in hospitalisation and - very rarely - death.
From BBC • Aug. 28, 2025
Anti-inflammatory drugs given to patients during radiation therapy can dampen the inflammation in the lungs, called pneumonitis, but not all patients respond equally well.
From Science Daily • Oct. 17, 2023
Depending on how long someone is exposed to the material, and how much, it also can cause delayed pulmonary edema, pneumonitis, bronchitis and dental erosion.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2023
“Did it turn out to be pneumonitis? That’s what Mr. Pilsen thought.”
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
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