Popcorn Lung

Popcorn Lung Disease Symptoms

Popcorn Lung Disease, sometimes called Popcorn Workers' Lung, is a disease of the lungs that is caused by the inhalation of Diacetyl, which is used in the artificial butter flavoring of popcorn. The official name of the disease is Bronchiolitis obliterans, or Constrictive bronchiolitis. While it is rare, Popcorn Lung Disease is both irreversible and life-threatening. It is most commonly found in microwave popcorn plant workers, who often breathe the vapor of the butter flavoring. However, Popcorn Lung Disease can also affect microwave popcorn consumers.

The symptoms of Popcorn Lung Disease, such as a dry cough and shortness of breath, are similar to those of asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema, which is why is it often misdiagnosed by doctors. However, Popcorn Lung Symptoms can become quite serious and include:

• Scarring and hardening of lung tissue
• Weight loss
• Night sweats
• Fever
• Skin peeling

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