Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers. Asbestos is a type of mineral used for installing floors or roofs of buildings. Damaged asbestos material can release fine dust containing asbestos fibers. Dust containing asbestos fibers can be inhaled by humans. The lungs that inhale asbestos fibers will experience gradual damage, thus inhibiting respiration and absorption of oxygen in the bloodstream. Symptoms. Symptoms of asbestosis appear years after continuous exposure to asbestos. Symptoms of asbestosis : Chest or shoulder pain. Constant dry cough. In severe cases, fingernails may become rounded, widened or enlarged. Reduced appetite. Weight loss. Shortness of breath or shortness of breath. Fatigue. Breath sounds. Cause. Asbestosis is experienced by many workers in the industrial sector. Professions at risk for asbestosis : Mining workers. Electrical and construction workers. Mechanic. Rail installation techni...
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