A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Acute eosinophilic pneumonia
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Acute eosinophilic pneumonia (AEP) is a disorder of unknown etiology characterized by rapid eosinophilic infiltration of the lung interstitium.
(See also Overview of Eosinophilic Pulmonary Diseases.)
In contrast to chronic eosinophilic pneumonia, acute eosinophilic pneumonia is an acute illness that does not usually recur. Incidence and prevalence are unknown. Acute eosinophilic pneumonia can occur at any age but most often affects patients between 20 and 40 years, with a male-to-female ratio of 2:1.
The cause is unknown, but acute eosinophilic pneumonia may be an acute hypersensitivity reaction to an unidentified inhaled antigen in an otherwise healthy person. Cigarette or other smoke exposure may be involved.
Acute eosinophilic pneumonia meaning & definition 1 of Acute eosinophilic pneumonia.
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