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Various people with asbestos exposure should be tested for asbestos-related diseases. The following is a list of individuals at increased hazard of developing an asbestos-related disease:
- Those with breathing problems
- People with prolonged exposure to asbestos
- Individuals who think they have had extended exposure to asbestos
- Immediate family members of those who have worked in asbestos-related industries, even if the person who worked with asbestos has no visible symptoms or troubles with their respiratory system
Four specific diseases result from asbestos exposure: Asbestosis (a serious, chronic, non cancerous fibrous hardening and scarring of the lungs), mesothelioma (a cancer of the thin membranes lining the thoracic and abdominal cavities and surrounding internal organs), pleural plaque and thickening (scarring of the lining of the lung) and lung cancer. The warning signs of asbestos-related diseases are coughing, coughing blood, shortness of breath, chest pain and weight loss. Unfortunately, these signs of contact with asbestos can appear up to 25 years after primary exposure. Annual or even semi-annual asbestos detection tests are recommended.
It is necessary to see a doctor if you imagine that you have been exposed to asbestos. One form of testing is an x-ray (side and front view of your chest.) Further tests may include a pulmonary function test, blood work, a CT scan and/or biopsy. At times, medical professionals may speak a language that is baffling to the typical patient. Don't be afraid to question your doctor about your situation. If you don't completely comprehend your doctor, have him explain it in a way that you can better comprehend. Weitz & Luxenberg supports the notion that all people who have participated in the U.S. Armed orces should receive the benefits they deserve. This includes compensation for potentially fatal diseases such as mesothelioma.
Surviving with asbestos-related diseases can be taxing. Weitz & Luxenberg can help relieve some of the burden by providing you with a free case evaluation. Your first step is to fill out the form below.
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