Exposure history Exposure to inhaled lipids 2023-12-11T17:50:11Z Exogenous lipoid pneumonia is caused by aspiration or inhalation of lipid-containing products. In the past, the most common agents included mineral oil-based laxatives and nasal decongestants. Other causes include inhalation of petroleum jelly used as a lubricant, e.g., tracheostomy care. The incidence of exogenous lipoid pneumonia is growing exponentially in all age groups secondary to the phenomenon termed vaping. In the latter case, consider the term Electronic cigarette exposure histor (HP:0430032). Aspiration or inhalation of lipid-containing products.