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Black lung disease, or coal workers' pneumoconiosis, is caused by prolonged inhalation of coal dust, leading to lung inflammation and scarring. Over time, this damage impairs the lungs' ability to function properly, resulting in respiratory failure, severe complications like pulmonary hypertension, and increased susceptibility to infections. Ultimately, these effects can lead to death, often due to respiratory failure or cardiovascular complications associated with the disease.

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