Lung Cancer and Asbestos
With almost 220,000 new cases of lung cancer diagnosed each year, according to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. Although most of those cases are linked to tobacco smoking, the causative connection between lung cancer and asbestos is also well known.
The Lung Cancer and Asbestos Connection
When asbestos is disturbed, tiny fibers are released into the air. 
When the asbestos dust is breathed in, the fibers become trapped in the lungs. There, they cause inflammation and scarring that can lead to problems like lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Unlike some irritants, asbestos can’t be cleared from the lungs by coughing. So as exposure continues over time, the fibers accumulate, and the risk for lung cancer and asbestos-related illnesses increases.
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The link between lung cancer and asbestos is even more evident when smoking is added to the mix. Smokers are more likely than non-smokers to develop lung cancer from asbestos exposure.
Lung Cancer and Asbestos: Symptoms
Common symptoms of lung cancer include:
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Cough or coughing up blood
- Wheezing
- Shortness of breath
- Labored breathing
- Persistent chest pain
- Hoarseness
- Unexplained weight loss
- Anemia
If you are worried about lung cancer and asbestos exposure is part of your work history, be sure to talk to your doctor about your concerns.
Are You Entitled to Compensation?
If you have lung cancer and asbestos exposure is the suspected cause, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit against the asbestos company that failed to protect you. And while a settlement won’t make you whole again, it can help to relieve your financial worries and pay for the medical care you need.
To learn more about how an asbestos lawsuit, call Sokolove Law at 1-888-360-4215 today.