Pulmonary Corruption Syndrome

Definition
Pulmonary Corruption Syndrome, sometimes shortened to PLCS, is a rare, mostly fatal, disease caused by exposure to "unfavourable dimensional conditions" (the exact causes have not yet been pinned down). It typically attacks the lungs.

Transmission
PLCS is not contagious, and cannot be transmitted by contact, although there is a small chance of the disease being contracted if a person comes in contact with phlegm/sputum. Although the blood carries signs of the syndrome and PLCS sufferers are not allowed to donate blood, contact with it is not dangerous.

Symptoms
The symptoms of an active PLCS infection are a chronic cough, sometimes with dark sputum, a weakened immune system, and fatigue episodes. If the other organs are infected, additional symptoms may appear.

Diagnosis and Treatment
PLCS is diagnosed through radiology (chest X-rays), and through blood tests. Treatment is difficult, and even if cured, the disease will greatly affect the respiratory system. In some cases, lung transplants are advisable.

Known sufferers

 * Melanie