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Second hand asbestos exposure may be just as risky

On Behalf of | Aug 20, 2017 | Firm News

If your loved one works in construction, shipbuilding or the automotive industry in Pennsylvania, he or she may regularly encounter asbestos. Therefore, if you live with someone exposed to these cancer-causing microscopic particles, you too may wind up suffering illness due to second-hand exposure. You might wonder how you would contract an illness from something you haven’t ingested or used topically, firsthand. This post may help to clarify issues concerning second-hand asbestos exposure.

When asbestos is located deep underground and isn’t subjected to cutting, sanding or drilling, the risk of its release into the air is low. Asbestos contains naturally occurring particles that disperse into the air when disturbed. Even if you are not the one directly exposed, you might be in danger when your loved one returns home from work.

How might it affect you?

If you hug your spouse when he or she gets home from work (or your children do) asbestos particles that are clinging to hair, body or clothing can transfer to you. If you have a mine in your community and you live nearby, you’re at a definite risk. Anytime you come close to a construction site, you are also at risk for second-hand asbestos exposure.

Facts about the illnesses associated with asbestos

Symptoms related to asbestos exposure may not show up for months or even decades. This is why it can be quite challenging to diagnose particular illnesses associated these tiny particles. If you think your current malaise and fatigue, sore chest, coughing or other unexplained symptoms may relate to asbestos exposure, it is definitely cause to investigate the problem further.

Who can help?

Just as doctors now know second hand cigarette smoke is highly dangerous to human health, so too is the picture becoming clearer regarding health risks involved with second hand asbestos exposure. Generally, the sooner the better when it comes to being proactive to seek answers to your asbestos illness questions, especially where medical attention and appropriate treatments are concerned.

Doctors experienced with mesothelioma, asbestosis and other exposure illnesses are always on hand to examine you if you’re not feeling well and believe the reason involves an asbestos issue. Speaking with other Pennsylvania residents familiar with these conditions may also be a great source of support. If your situation looks like it may wind up in court, you can request assistance from an experienced attorney in the area.

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