Term Name:	pulmonary fibrosis
Synonyms:	Fibrosis of lung
Definition:	An interstitial lung disease that is characterized by destruction, scarring, and thickening of the interstitial lung tissues and progressive pulmonary function loss in a restrictive pattern, has_symptom progressive shortness of breath, fatigue, and chronic cough, possibly has_material_basis_in exposure to certain chemicals, autoimmune conditions, and radiation. It can be caused by inhaling hazardous chemicals, certain diseases, medication and genetics or unknown causes.
Ontology:	Human Disease [DOID:3770]   ( DOID:3770 )