Asbestosis Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Asbestosis? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Asbestosis.
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Symptoms of Asbestosis
Asbestosis takes a long time to develop. The earliest symptoms usually show up 10-40 years after first exposure. The disease can develop even when exposure to asbestos ended years before. The severity of the disease depends on the amount and length of time of exposure to asbestos. Symptoms get worse as the disease progresses and may include:
- Shortness of breath-this is the first noticeable symptom and occurs with exercise or heavy effort
- Cough-the cough is persistent and nonproductive (which means no mucus is produced)
Other symptoms may include:
- Chest pain or tightness
- Feeling generally unwell
- Loss of appetite
- Finger clubbing, in some cases, caused by a build-up of fluid
- Weight loss
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