Asbestosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the tissue of the lungs. This lung disease occurs after longtime, heavy exposure to asbestos. Sufferers have severe shortness of breath, and are at risk for developing lung cancer.

A mineral product that is both heat and corrosion-resistant, asbestos was once a widely used product in the building industry. However, due to its harmful health effects, asbestos use has been regulated by the federal government since the 1970s. It has been estimated that nearly ten million people have been subjected to asbestos since the 1940s. However, asbestosis development is rare, since it requires a long-term exposure to the harmful mineral product.

1. Dyspnea
2. Dry cough
3. Chest pain
4. Shortness of breath
5. Finger clubbing
6. Decrease physical exertion capability

1. Cause: Asbestos exposure
2. Increased lung cancer risk
3. Involves scarring of lung tissue
4. No curative treatment
5. Deaths: About 2,000 per year
6. 1929: First asbestos lawsuit

1. Quit smoking
2. Vaccination
3. Medications

Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Asbestosis, please consult your doctor.

Asbestosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the tissue of the lungs. This lung disease occurs after longtime, heavy exposure to asbestos. Sufferers have severe shortness of breath, and are at risk for developing lung cancer.

A mineral product that is both heat and corrosion-resistant, asbestos was once a widely used product in the building industry. However, due to its harmful health effects, asbestos use has been regulated by the federal government since the 1970s. It has been estimated that nearly ten million people have been subjected to asbestos since the 1940s. However, asbestosis development is rare, since it requires a long-term exposure to the harmful mineral product.

1. Cause: Asbestos exposure

2. Increased lung cancer risk

3. Involves scarring of lung tissue

4. No curative treatment

5. Deaths: About 2,000 per year

6. 1929: First asbestos lawsuit

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2. Dyspnea

3. Dry cough

4. Chest pain

5. Shortness of breath

6. Finger clubbing

7. Decrease physical exertion capability

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2. Quit smoking

3. Vaccination

4. Medications

5. Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Asbestosis, please consult your doctor.</note>

• MAAC: Asbestosis - Alternative Treatments

• ClinicalTrials.gov: Asbestosis Clinical Trials