Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, and Asbestosis Are Caused by Exposure to Asbestos
If you have been exposed to toxic asbestos in Pennsylvania, you may be at risk of developing life-threatening diseases. The most common asbestos-related diseases are mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis, which result in severe medical problems.
At our Pennsylvania asbestos legal network, we are dedicated to helping workers battling asbestos-related diseases obtain the financial compensation to which they are entitled. Our qualified, experienced attorneys will fight to achieve the best possible legal outcome of your case. Contact us today to schedule a free, no-obligation legal consultation.
Mesothelioma: Rare, Deadly Form of Cancer
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that targets the mesothelium, the membrane that covers and protects most of the internal organs of the body. Once the mesothelium is affected, the cancer can quickly spread to the organs, most commonly the liver and lungs. Approximately 2,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the United States each year. About 80% of people who contract mesothelioma have worked for many years with or around asbestos.
Asbestosis: Chronic Inflammation of Lungs
Asbestosis is a non-cancerous, chronic lung disease that is also tied to asbestos exposure. When inhaled into the lungs, asbestos fibers can collect and scar the tissues around the terminal bronchioles and alveolar ducts. The lungs are then unable to efficiently transfer oxygen to the blood stream. Symptoms of asbestosis include shortness of breath and difficulty breathing, particularly during exertion or physical exercise. Asbestosis is often diagnosed along with mesothelioma.
Free Legal Consultation is Available in Pennsylvania Today
If you or a loved one has contracted mesothelioma, asbestosis, lung cancer, or another asbestos-related disease in Pennsylvania, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering and other damages. Asbestos is a cause of mesothelioma, a rare but deadly form of cancer, and asbestosis, a chronic condition that causes difficulty breathing. Contact our Pennsylvania asbestos legal network today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation about your potential case.
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