Chronic Health Conditions Linked to Asbestos Exposure:
You may have heard of the dangers of asbestos. You may even have heard that asbestos can cause lung cancer. But did you know that asbestos exposure causes many chronic and fatal health risks? If you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos, you must understand the potential risks to your health and the symptoms to watch for.
Asbestos-Related Diseases
While lung cancer may be the most well-known disease caused by asbestos exposure, it’s far from the only serious health condition you or a loved one can face.
- Mesothelioma
Aside from lung cancer, mesothelioma is one of the most serious health conditions that can result from asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium, the thin material that lines the body’s internal organs, including the lungs and abdomen. The most common form of mesothelioma is pleural (lung) mesothelioma, but you can also face pericardial (heart), peritoneal (abdomen), or testicular mesothelioma.
- Asbestosis
Asbestosis is a type of pulmonary fibrosis or scarring of lung tissue. Inhaling asbestos dust for long periods can lead to lung tissue scarring and reduce lung capacity. Asbestosis is a chronic disease with no cure, and it is progressive, meaning it worsens over time. The severity of asbestosis depends on how long you were exposed to asbestos and the amount you inhaled.
- Other Cancers
Mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer aren’t the only conditions you can face from asbestos exposure. Asbestos can also cause several other cancers, including:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
Symptoms of Asbestos-Related Health Conditions
If you have a history of asbestos exposure, some troubling symptoms you should watch for include:
- Shortness of breath
- Persistent cough
- Chest pain
- Wheezing
- Coughing up blood
- Unexpected weight loss
- Feeling tired all the time
If you have any of these symptoms and a history of asbestos exposure, you should immediately see your doctor.
Hire an Experienced Asbestos Lawyer
If you or a loved one are facing a chronic health condition or cancer diagnosis and were exposed to asbestos, reach out to us. Madeksho Law has been helping victims of asbestos exposure and their families since 1972, and we can help you, too. Call us at 1-888-910-MESO (6376) or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. There's never a charge unless we recover compensation for you and your family.
