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In some cases, the cause of pulmonary alveolar proteinosis is unknown. In others, it is associated with infection or immune deficiency.This rare disorder generally affects people 30- 50 years old and is seen in men more often than in women.

Source:ADAM

Date:March 1, 2007

Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis

The cause of this disease is unknown. In some people, however, it appears to result from infection, immune deficiency, or from exposure to silica, aluminum oxide, and a variety of dusts and fumes.

Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

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