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(GIST OF SCIENCE REPORTER) White Lung Syndrome

(DECEMBER-2023)

In outbreak of a respiratory illness in northern China and Ohio in the US — the White Lung Syndrome as people are calling it — has sparked speculation online of a new pandemic threat after COVID-19.

White Lung Syndrome originates from distinctive white patches on chest X-rays in affected children.
The term includes various respiratory illnesses like acute respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary alveolar microlithiasis, and silica-related conditions.
It is believed to be caused by a combination of bacterial, viral, and environmental factors.
The patients have symptoms including cough, fever, runny nose phlegm pileup in sinuses, difficulty breathing and fatigue.
The treatment is mainly focused on addressing the symptoms of pneumonia and ensuring the respiratory health of the patients.
Medicines are given to alleviate symptoms like cough and fever.