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Medical experts say advanced lung damage can lead to critical deterioration and death. The risk of tuberculosis (TB) also increases significantly.
Silicosis is particularly prevalent in districts where mining and stone processing are major occupations, including Karauli, Sirohi, Dholpur, Bharatpur, Nagaur, Jodhpur, Bhilwara and Pali.

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