ASBESTOS RELATED DISEASE

ASBESTOSIS COMPENSATION CLAIMS

MESOTHELIOMA COMPENSATION CLAIMS

These problems arise as a result of exposure to a group of minerals that occur naturally as bundles of fibres which can be separated into thin threads. The fibres may be easily inhaled and become trapped in the small air sacs (bronchioles) of the lungs, resulting in serious health problems. The symptoms of asbestos related disease may not become apparent for many decades after exposure. Asbestosis compensation claims or mesothelioma compensation claims can be made many years after exposure provided that not more than 3 years have elapsed since the condition was confirmed by a medical specialist.

Four types of this material have been used commercially:

• Chrysotile (white)
• Crocidolite (blue)
• Amosite which has brown fibres
• Anthophyllite which has grey fibres

These variants have been used in many industries, particularly the construction and building industries and the shipbuilding industry. People who become ill are usually those who were/are exposed to it on a regular basis. This is usually the case with those who work directly with the material for example, in the building or construction industries and in mining or manufacturing of asbestos products. Recent studies however, suggest that asbestos related disease can occur in individuals with only brief exposure to the product, for example, those who have been exposed to the product whilst undertaking self-renovations of their family home (particularly homes built in 1950’s to 1980’s). Whether or not you were working for an employer or exposed at home or some other location, asbestosis compensation claims or mesothelioma compensation claims may still be possible against the manufacturer.

Asbestosis Compensation Claims

Sufferers develop shortness of breath, cough and in advanced cases, blue lips and swollen finger tips. As the disease progresses the patient may have little or no exercise tolerance and suffer symptoms similar to severe asthma.

Mesothelioma Compensation Claims

Mesothelioma is a form of lung cancer that may be a serious complication of asbestosis. The cancerous cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that lines the chest and abdomen. This cancer is extremely virulent and spreads rapidly. Shortness of breath and pain in the chest due to an accumulation of fluid in the pleura are often symptoms which may include weight loss and abdominal pain and swelling due to a build up of fluid in the abdomen.

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