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Fire-eater's lung.

P E Brander1, E Taskinen, B Stenius-Aarniala

  • 1Dept of Pulmonary Medicine, Helsinki University, Finland.

The European Respiratory Journal
|January 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary
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Fire-eaters can develop hydrocarbon pneumonitis from petroleum aspiration. This condition causes lung inflammation, infiltrates, and potential pneumatoceles, but typically resolves with treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Acute pneumonitis from petroleum aspiration is common in children due to accidental poisoning.
  • Fire-eating poses a unique risk for hydrocarbon pneumonitis.

Observation:

  • Two fire-eaters presented with symptoms including cough, dyspnea, chest pain, and fever after aspirating petroleum.
  • Chest X-rays revealed basal lung infiltrates and subsequent pneumatocele formation.
  • Bronchoalveolar lavage showed macrophage vacuolation and neutrophilia.

Findings:

  • Patients experienced reversible bronchial hyperresponsiveness and restrictive ventilatory defects.
  • Symptoms resolved within 2-3 weeks with antibiotic and corticosteroid treatment.
  • Radiological resolution of pneumatoceles took 2-12 months.

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Implications:

  • Highlights a novel occupational hazard associated with fire-eating.
  • Emphasizes the need for awareness and protective measures in this unique population.
  • Demonstrates the efficacy of prompt medical intervention for hydrocarbon pneumonitis.