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Asbestosis is a respiratory disease brought on by inhaling asbestos fibers.Pulmonary fibrosis- from asbestos exposure; Interstitial pneumonitis- from asbestos exposure.Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause scar tissue(fibr... |
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Symptoms
Chest painCoughShortness of breath on exertion (slowly gets worse over time)Tightness in the chestPossible additional...
Causes
Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause scar tissue (fibrosis) to form inside the lung. Scarred lung tissue does not expa...
Tests
When listening to the chest with a stethoscope (auscultation), the doctor may detect a crackling sound. These tests...
Treatments
There is no cure available. Stopping further exposure to asbestos is essential.
Alternative Therapies
You can ease the stress of this illness by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problem...
Prevention
In people who are exposed to asbestos, early screening by chest x-ray may help prevent asbestosis.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you suspect that you've been exposed to asbestos or if you ...
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