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Asbestos Exposure Can And Does Cause Diseases
By Ralph Caruzzo
Although asbestos is no longer a commonly used material for building there has been a rise in the number of diseases caused by asbestos exposure. This is because the fibers that cause the problem take about 20 to 30 years to manifest. Thus, after a long period of dormancy the symptoms show up dramatically. What is even more dangerous is the fact that many of the symptoms are similar to other diseases, and so it is all the more difficult to find the real cause.
Asbestos was a popular material for insulation because it is a good insulator and fire retardant. No wonder, it has been used in many buildings, and because it does not cause problems, unless stirred, it has not been replaced in most buildings. However, the symptoms of cancer or asbetosis, which is incurable, can be traced to exposure to this substance years ago.
Asbestos is essentially microscopic fibers that can be inhaled through the nose or mouth. The fibers floating in the air can be breathed into the body and then get deposited in the lining of the lungs. Crews who work to demolish or remodel old construction sites are at high risk of exposure to these small fibers.
Since the illness takes decades to manifest, the damage is not immediately apparent. This can explain the rise in the number of poisoning cases today. Initially, the poisoning is likely to be diagnosed as lung disease since the symptoms are common.
The common symptoms of asbestos poisoning are cough and increased shortness of breath over time. Since these symptoms are related commonly with less deadly illnesses, many people do not take these seriously when they occur. However, it is very important to get yourself checked anytime you experience shortness of breath or a persistent cough.
Asbestos-related disease also causes more dangerous symptoms like hoarseness, chest pain and even coughing up of blood. Here again, these symptoms may get mistaken for other diseases. However,
if such symptoms persist, you must take it seriously, especially if you feel you may have been exposed to asbestos at any point in your life. Remember to get all the proper tests and check ups done to rule out the possibility of asbestos poisoning.
Seeing a specialist can help you determine whether or not your problem is asbestos related. If you fear that you have been exposed through work, then speak with your doctor about your concerns and see if you can get a referral to a specialist. It is very important that you catch signs of asbestos early.
The symptoms of asbestos related illness can be treated but there is no permanent cure. If the illness progresses into lung cancer, then surgery or chemotherapy may be required. The systems can also be controlled to a certain degree by leading a healthy lifestyle. About the author: Ralph Caruzzo writes exclusively for Asbestos & Lead, visit there today for the latest Asbestos advice, and their free newsletter is well worth signing up for too. If you want to read more Asbestos articles go to: www.asbestoslead.com/articles
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