The largest percentage of mesothelioma patients have developed it as a result of being exposed asbestos over a long period of time. I.e. during their employment, or someone who has had to wash their spouses clothing over many years, unwittingly not realizing that the clothing is contaminated with asbestos fibers.
The majority of people that will be diagnosed with mesothelioma within the next 20 year period, are those who have been heavily exposed to asbestos – 20-40 years previously, prior to when asbestos was banned. Therefore after 2020, there will be fewer people diagnosed with the disease.
People who are still at risk from developing mesothelioma are those who are unwittingly are doing a job where asbestos still remains. I.e. In old buildings. For instance – the plumber may constantly work on asbestos covered pipes etc, and may cut into the asbestos or tear off the asbestos, releasing the deadly fibers into the air and inhaling them.
Asbestos is only dangerous when it is friable (crumbly) or when it is disturbed. I.e. cut, sawn, drilled or sanded, etc.
Is it possible that her Mother or father was exposed to asbestos? She may have picked it up from her father (even before birth) or mother.
All patients I have nursed with a mesothelioma were men and men that had worked in some kind of dock lands work or painting/building work.
Working with certain paints in the 1940’sand working in the docks can expose to asbestos.
It is interesting that you mention about the hospital renovations as many old building s did contain asbestos.
If you have asbestos insulation then this is a serious problem. If it’s loose asbestos then this is known as friable asbestos which is a lot more dangerous than asbestos cement or asbestos vinyl floor tiles.
Asbestos fibres can easily float around your house which may be inhaled by you, your family or any visitors. Any to asbestos exposure can lead to mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.
The only real way to know if the insulation contains asbestos or not is to have it laboratory tested. Look in your yellow pages or on the net for suitable asbestos analysis labs.
It may pay to be cautious when gathering a sample as well. Use a proper respirator, don’t stir up too much dust, and seal the sample in a clear plastic bag.
You have probably seen ads on TV that certain law groups want you to call them. I often wonder if the attorneys benefit from these class action lawsuits more than the victim. At least investigate other sources of compensation first.
Actually, the mesoblog’s website cautions against responding to TV commercials and billboard ads. The page on legal advice is reasonable.
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is primarily caused by exposure to certain types of asbestos, a material once used in building construction. The disease can affect the lungs, the abdomen, or the heart. There are three types of mesothelioma:-
-Pleural: Pleural mesothelioma affects the pleura – the lining of the lungs. It is the most common type of mesothelioma.
-Peritoneal: Peritoneal mesothelioma affects the peritoneum – the lining of the abdomen.
-Pericardial: Pericardial mesothelioma affects the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart. It is the least common type, affecting about 5 percent of people with the disease.
Causes of Mesothelioma
Asbestos exposure is the number one cause for mesothelioma. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was once found in many types industrial building supplies and equipment. Asbestos was used until the mid 1970’s when the risks of exposure were becoming evident. It is still used today, yet in a very limited capacity.
Asbestos exposure doesn’t result immediately in cancer. It takes years for the cancer to form and cause symptoms. Workers exposed in the 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s are just now being diagnosed with mesothelioma.
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Mesothelioma is a ling cancer,How can we prevent ourselves from Mesothelioma? What are the preventions?
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