Related Diseases
Asbestos exposure has been attributed as a root cause for many types of health complications, with some being more serious than others. Many of these complications affect the respiratory system and can impact breathing and lung function. Because mesothelioma symptoms may be similar (i.e. chronic cough, chest pain, or difficulty breathing) to other respiratory ailments, it is important to discuss specific situations with mesothelioma doctors, especially for those who have a known asbestos-exposure history. Specialists like Dr. Sugarbaker and others can help make an accurate mesothelioma diagnosis.
Other Cancers
Cancers of the human body each have their own symptoms, risk factors, causes, and treatments. This section is a general primer on cancers other than mesothelioma.
Emphysema
Emphysema may be a pre-cursor to smoking-related ailments such as lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis.
Mesothelioma Lung Cancer
Lung cancer, which is different than mesothelioma because it actually occurs in the lung tissue as opposed to the mesothelium, can also be attributed to asbestos exposure. There are general sub-classifications of lung cancer. These are small cell and non-small cell which are assigned based on how the cancer cells appear within the lung tissue. Each of these types has appeared in those exposed to asbestos.
Medical Timeline
Historical timeline containing important facts and developments related to the manufacture and use of asbestos and documented cases of mesothelioma cancer and other asbestos related diseases.
Source
MedicineNet.com - Asbestos Related Disorders
http://www.medicinenet.com/asbestos-related_disorders/article.htm
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