November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. We focus on remembering our loved ones who succumbed to their battle with lung cancer and offer our support to those who are still fighting to survive. We focus our attention on victims who have faced constant exposure to asbestos and are at increased risk of contracting mesothelioma, if they haven’t already.
Mesothelioma is the most common form of cancer associated with exposure to asbestos. Malignant cells develop in the mesothelium (a protective lining that covers most of the bodys internal organs), but its most common site is the outer lining of the lungs and internal chest wall. Although mesothelioma is often thought of as a type of primary lung cancer, it is not. Mesothelioma does not develop in the lungs, but in the serous membranes surrounding them, and can also occur in the lining of the abdomen and in the lining of the heart.
Who is at risk for mesothelioma or an asbestos-related ailment?
People with mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled or had contact with asbestos particles, dust and fiber. Asbestos particles in workers’ clothing and hair also put their family members at risk for developing mesothelioma. If you or a family member has been exposed (or suspect you have been exposed) to asbestos fibers on the job, through the environment, or via close contact with another person’s exposure, call Landry & Swarr, Louisiana’s Asbestos Attorneys to fight for your right to survive.
You could have been exposed to asbestos if you were involved in
* Asbestos mining and milling * Manufacturing of asbestos textiles and other asbestos products, * Building and construction - cement, plastics, insulation, roofing, fireproofing, and sound absorption * Demolition - removal of asbestos-related products * Shipbuilding - boilers, steam pipes, and hot water pipes * Automotive - vehicle brake shoes and clutch pads * Home improvements - ceiling and floor tile, paints, coatings, adhesives and plastics * Garden - in vermiculite - containing consumer garden products * Fire fighting and paramedics - engaged in rescue missions
Since 1929 asbestos lawyers have been filing cases against asbestos manufacturers and employers. The liabilities run into billions of dollars. Exposure to asbestos can increase the risk of asbestosis, mesothelioma and other cancers. It can also lead to other non-malignant lung and pleural disorders. If you or a family member is suffering from mesothelioma because of exposure to asbestos, we can help you get the compensation you deserve.
Tiny asbestos fibers from asbestos containing products are released into the air, and may get trapped in the lungs. Over time, these fibers accumulate and cause scarring and inflammation, which can affect breathing and lead to serious health problems. Asbestos has been classified as a known human carcinogen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the EPA, and the International Agency for Research on Cancer. You may have been exposed to asbestos at work or in your home. Contact your family physician and asbestos attorneys, Landry & Swarr, New Orleans if you have any symptoms relating to mesothelioma and a history of exposure to asbestos.
Symptoms
Mesothelioma often doesn’t cause or show any symptoms in its early stages. As the cancer grows, symptoms may include
* Shortness of breath, wheezing, or hoarseness * A persistent cough that gets worse over time * Blood in the sputum (fluid) coughed up from the lungs * Pain or tightening in the chest * Difficulty swallowing * Swelling of the neck or face * Loss of appetite * Weight loss * Fatigue or anemia
Family members of workers heavily exposed to asbestos face an increased risk of developing mesothelioma from contact with asbestos fibers brought into the home on the shoes, clothing, skin, and hair of workers. You could also develop cancer if you live close to asbestos mines. At Landry & Swarr, New Orleans we have conducted extensive research on the industries and companies who may have contributed to asbestos exposure. Come in and find out how Louisiana’s Asbestos Attorneys can help you file for damages to your health.
Landry & Swarr are mesothelioma experts who understand the effects of asbestos exposure. We represent families like yours who have been exposed to asbestos throughout the state of Louisiana. Call to speak with an attorney today.
We can’t undo the damage that’s done and don’t promise to change your life. But we do promise to make it better.
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