Interstitial lung disease is the name for a group of diseases. Long-term exposure to harmful substances, such as asbestos, can cause interstitial lung disease. Some types of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, can also cause interstitial lung disease. However, in most cases, the causes are still unknown. Once lung scarring occurs, it is usually irreversible. Drugs can slow down lung damage of interstitial lung disease.
How is Interstitial lung disease treated in practice?