Lung Issues (Inhalation)

Inhalation of mica particles can cause respiratory irritation and potentially lead to serious lung issues with chronic exposure, especially in occupational settings. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness.

Inhalation of fine mica particles can lead to respiratory irritation. Chronic exposure, particularly among workers in mica mining or cosmetic manufacturing, may result in more serious lung issues such as pneumoconiosis (mica-related lung disease). Symptoms may include shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness. The severity depends on the concentration and duration of exposure. Long-term exposure can lead to irreversible lung damage.