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Asbestosis a mineral made up of strong, flexible fibers. Asbestos, such as Chrysotile Asbestos, is not affected by heat or chemicals, does not conduct electricity and therefore has been widely used in many industries. However, asbestos fiber may be easily inhaled or swallowed and exposure to asbestos can cause serious health problems including Asbestosis and mesothelioma.
Exposure to Asbestos may also increase the risk of (1) asbestosis-a chronic lung ailment that can produce shortness of breath, coughing, and permanent lung damage; (2) Lung cancer; (3) Mesothelioma- a relatively rare cancer of the thin membranes that lines the chest and abdomen; (4) pleural mesothelioma, (5) Cancer of the larynx, oropharynx, gastrointestinal tract, and kidney.
The following products historically contained asbestos:
· cement sheet and pipe products used for water supply and sewage piping
· roofing and siding
· casings for electrical wires
· fire protection material
· electrical switchboards and components
· clutch facings
· brake linings for automobiles
· gaskets
· heat-protective mats
· heat and electrical wire insulation
· industrial filters for beverages
· material for sheet flooring;
· roofing materials
· heat- and fire-resistant fabrics (including blankets and curtains)
· ceiling and floor tile
Mesothelioma:
Symptoms of Mesothelioma may not occur for 30 to 50 years after an individual is exposed to asbestos. Unfortunately, the early symptoms of Mesothelioma are often non-specific and can sometimes be confused with other illnesses such as pneumonia. Part of the reason that Mesothelioma is often misdiagnosed is that many of the symptoms are similar to pneumonia, including shortness of breath, persistent cough and chest pain. These similarities can sometimes lead to a delay in a mesothelioma diagnosis. Making matters more difficult is the fact that some patients show no symptoms of their mesothelioma
If you, or someone you know has been injured as a result of asbestos, or has been diagnosed with asbestosis or Mesothelioma , you may be entitled to monetary compensation. Click the Report Your Case button for a no obligation, free consultation with a personal injury lawyer.
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