Saturday, January 15, 2011

Dangers Of Asbestos At Home Or In The Workplace

By Carlos McClinket


While many individuals may not understand the importance of avoiding asbestos, those who have filed Mesothelioma claims in the past know just how dangerous exposure to such toxic materials can be. As such, one may want to consider avoiding any building, home, or other structure which tests or has tested positive for asbestos in the past. For, often, while one can clear such a space, at times asbestos dust can remain behind walls, in basements, attics and other areas in which it easy for such dust to be overlooked in a clean up operation.

For, when it comes to the majority of Mesothelioma claims, most such claims are based on this rare form of cancer which is believed to be derived from environmental factors rather than developmental or hereditary ones. So, if one currently works, or has worked in a number of industries, naval shipyards, or other areas in which such asbestos is present and has respiratory issues, one may want to be tested to assure one has not contracted this rare form of lung disease.

In addition, those who are effected by Mesothelioma in relation to such workplace exposure may want to file Mesothelioma claims for both compensation and insurance coverage. For, while this cancer is a rarer form than most others, so too the treatments available. As such, the current prognosis for someone diagnosed with this form of cancer, like many others is not good.

However, one can cut down the discomfort and pain such an illness can cause through some aspects of treatment. Still, as there is no present cure for the disease, one may want to avoid all such risks to the extent possible when it comes to being exposed to asbestos or other such toxins. For, while one can reduce the pain and discomfort of such a disease with treatment, often such rare forms of cancer do not always return positive results.

Also, one may want to consider quitting smoking if one expects any insurance company to pay on such a claim. For, while Mesothelioma may not be related to smoking, it is still considered lung cancer. As such, with the many warnings which have been provided, often if one smokes, one may also be giving up the right to a payment claim on such insurance whether now, or in the future.

One may ask what the symptoms of Mesothelioma are like? The basic answer is that one often has trouble breathing and can experience extreme chest pain, which at times, can often mimic a heart attack. In addition, one is more susceptible to heart disease and other health risks when one has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma. As such, one may want to avoid any and all buildings, houses, shops or other areas in which asbestos may be present or in the air.

However, in order to get a clear picture as to whether one has Mesothelioma, one may have to go through a series of tests, including a biopsy or thorasoscopy, both of which are rather invasive. Of course, no one likes the idea of having a tube inserted into the chest and having a camera look around. Although, since Mesothelioma is such a deadly and fast moving disease, doing so can often allow one to know in time to at least seek trials or treatments when it comes to this rare form of cancer in the lining surrounding the lungs and other vital organs.

In addition, although many buildings have now been cleared, asbestos remains a constant threat in may factories around the world. In fact, there are many ongoing class action lawsuits against various employers in relation to both asbestos and lead poisoning. As such, before going to work in any older building, or renting a basement apartment, house or other living quarters, one may want to see if there have been any Mesothelioma claims related to such property and test for any carcinogens which may still be present in the space.

For, in doing so, one can assure that the environment in which one lives or works, is healthy and free of such toxins, or other dangerous chemicals. Of course, depending on the condition of the business or residence at the time one takes over, one may want to have such places tested and cleaned on a regular basis to assure no other toxins may be hiding beneath the layers. However, if one can do all one can do to clean up such toxic material, then as long as one does not repeat the use of the same substances, one can often clear a building of most asbestos and other toxins which may pose such a threat.

However, the best way to avoid such asbestos is to avoid buying, renting, living or working in any space in which such toxins have been present. For, by avoiding such spaces, one can often avoid any asbestos dust or other chemicals which may be hiding out in the background behind building materials, or in the attic, basement, or roofs of such buildings. As such, if one can avoid the places in which asbestos dust or other toxins may be present, one can often avoid the health risks related to such toxins.

Although, anyone who has ever been exposed to asbestos need be tested, especially if one is showing symptoms such as being short of breath for no apparent reason, having chest pain which can often replicate a heart attack or, has been diagnosed with issues such as asthma and bronchitis. For, most often, individuals who have been exposed to asbestos, lead and other such toxins often show such symptoms over time.

Still, as this rare form of cancer has been growing in reported cases over the last several years, so too Mesothelioma claims. As such, it appears that more and more individuals have been effected by this rare form of lung cancer. So, whether one may have been exposed, or is showing symptoms such as chest pain, rapid weight loss, or difficulty breathing, one may want to visit a medical provider to discover whether the symptoms may or may not be tied to Mesothelioma.

To this end, while Mesothelioma claims may be on the rise, sadly the research still lags behind when it comes to this rare form of cancer. For, while there are several clinical trials ongoing for lung and other cancers which are believed to be derived from environmental triggers such as smoking, rather than heredity, such trials are far more limited when it comes to Mesothelioma. As such, since most often the prognosis related to Mesothelioma and Mesothelioma claims are not good ones, individuals wishing to know more about this rare form of lung cancer may want to research and review any material one can find in relation to both natural supplements and pharmaceuticals which can help those diagnosed find comfort and strength through the process.




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