Asbestosis
What is Asbestosis?
Asbestosis is a serious lung disease that is not cancer. It happens when tiny asbestos fibers are breathed in, causing lung tissue to scar. This scarring makes it harder to breathe.
Asbestosis Symptoms Include:
- Shortness of breath
- A crackling sound in the lungs when breathing in
- Changes in the fingers and toes, called "clubbing"
Asbestosis Risks:
In severe cases, asbestosis can lead to heart problems and may even be fatal. Unfortunately, there is no cure for asbestosis, and the condition is often very disabling. Many victims suffering from asbestosis rely on 24-hour oxygen to live with chronic shortness of breath.
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Related Areas of Practice
Asbestos
Asbestos is the generic name for any variety of silicate materials that is fibrous in structure and more resistant to acid and heat than many other materials. Asbestos exposure has affected millions of workers both in the United States and abroad. Since the early 1900s, scientific and medical research has shown that working with or being around asbestos can cause irreparable lung damage and cancer.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that most often affects the thin lining of the lungs, chest, abdomen, and sometimes the heart. Almost all cases of mesothelioma are caused by exposure to asbestos, which is the only known cause of this disease.
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the most common cause of death related to asbestos exposure. People working in industries such as mining, manufacturing, or handling asbestos products are more likely to develop lung cancer than the general population.
Other Cancers
Asbestos exposure can also lead to other types of cancer. Wherever asbestos can enter the body, it can cause harm. Consequently, asbestos victims also suffer from esophageal, laryngeal, throat, stomach and colon cancer.