DISEASES LINKED TO ASBESTOS EXPOSURE
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been mined and manufactured for use in different forms. It has been extensively used in the building industry because of its strength, durability, and fire-resistant properties. The two main types of asbestos used in building and construction include bonded or tightly bound asbestos and friable or loosely bound asbestos. Following are some diseases linked to asbestos exposure.
ASBESTOSIS Asbestosis is a chronic lung condition that is a result of tissue scarring caused by inhaled asbestos
MESOTHELIOMA When asbestos fibers are inhaled, they can be trapped inside the body's internal organs such as the lungs, These fibers can remain in the lung tissue for life and can trigger chemical reactions that may lead to mesothelioma.
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