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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Asbestos
Once used extensively for a variety of applications, including building insulation, asbestos has been highly regulated since the 1980s. A fibrous substance, asbestos is strong, heat-resistant, and a highly effective insulator, but it presents a significant danger to those exposed to it.
Dangers of Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos is made up of microscopic fibers. When asbestos is installed or removed, these fibers escape into the air. If they are breathed into the lungs, they embed in the lung tissue. The effects of this exposure can eventually lead to:
- Inflammation
- Scarring
- Lung cancer
- Mesothelioma
The symptoms of asbestos exposure can take many years to appear. People who worked with asbestos thirty or more years ago can only now be starting to experience the side effects of exposure.
What is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a relatively rare cancer, but is the most common cancer to be found associated with asbestos exposure. It affects the mesothelium, membranes that line the chest, abdomen, and other organs and body cavities, including the linings of the lungs. If detected early, a number of treatment options can be used.
If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, the attorneys at Schlichter, Bogard & Denton can help. Please contact us to schedule a free initial consultation. We work with clients nationwide, and will do everything we can to get you the compensation you deserve.
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