Building-related illnesses

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Building-related illnesses are disorders that affect the lungs as well as other parts of the body and are caused by exposure to substances within modern airtight buildings.

Building-related illnesses are caused by exposure to substances within airtight buildings that have poor ventilation.
Symptoms vary depending on the cause but may include fever, difficulty breathing, runny nose or congestion, headaches, skin problems, and difficulty concentrating.
Diagnosis usually includes evaluating the air quality of the building and determining how many people experience building-related symptoms.
Treatment is usually removal from the building or improvement of air quality within the building.

(See also Overview of Environmental Lung Diseases.)
Building-related illnesses are a group of disorders whose cause is linked to the environment of modern airtight, energy-efficient buildings. Such buildings are characterized by sealed windows and dependence on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for circulation of air. Most cases occur in nonindustrial office buildings, but illnesses can occur in apartment buildings, single-family homes, schools, museums, and libraries.
Building-related illnesses can be

Specific
Nonspecific

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(See also Overview of Environmental Pulmonary Disease.)
Building-related illnesses are a heterogeneous group of disorders whose etiology is linked to the environment of modern airtight buildings. Such buildings are characterized by sealed windows and dependence on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for circulation of air. Most cases occur in nonindustrial office buildings, but cases can occur in apartment buildings, single-family homes, schools, museums, and libraries.
Building-related illnesses can be specific or nonspecific. Diagnosis is based on history of exposure and clinical findings. Treatment is generally supportive.