Carrington’s Disease: A Case Report
Abstract
Idiopathic chronic eosinophilic pneumonia (ICEP), also known as Carrington's disease, is a rare eosinophilic lung disorder characterized by pulmonary infiltrates with no identifiable cause. We report the case of a 59-year-old man with no significant medical history who presented with an eight-month history of progressive exertional dyspnea and a non-productive cough. Chest imaging showed bilateral peripheral ground-glass opacities. Laboratory evaluation revealed peripheral blood eosinophilia (2,000/mm³), and bronchoalveolar lavage demonstrated eosinophilic alveolitis (30%). The patient was treated with oral corticosteroids, resulting in complete symptom resolution and marked radiological improvement.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Eosinophilic Disorders and Syndromes
Asthma and respiratory diseases
Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Cureus
- Volume
- 18
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- e103473–e103473
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026
- Language
- EN