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Asbestos Disease Learning Center

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Welcome

Asbestosis is a respiratory disease brought on by inhaling asbestos fibers.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Chest pain; Cough; Shortness of breath on exertion (slowly gets worse over time; Tightness in the chest. Possible add...
Causes
Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause scar tissue (fibrosis) to form inside the lung. Scarred lung tissue does not expan...
Tests
When listening to the chest with a stethoscope (auscultation), the doctor may detect a crackling sound. These tests m...
Treatments
There is no cure available. Stopping further exposure to asbestos is essential. To ease symptoms, postural drainage, ...
Drugs
  • No Known Drug Therapy
Alternative Therapies
You can ease the stress of this illness by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problem...
Risk Factors
  • Smoker
  • Age over 40
  • Alcoholic beverage heavy drinker
Complications
Malignant mesothelioma; Pleural effusion.
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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