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Mesothelioma FAQs |
Q: Why is asbestos so dangerous?
Ans: Once the Asbestos particles are inhaled, the particles are so small that they become trapped and they begin to do damage at the cellular level of the internal organs, mostly the lungs. Asbestos is the ideal carcinogen because it is able to act as both the promoter of cancer and the initiator of cancer. When the asbestos fibers enter into the lung area, attaching themselves to a lung cell, they attract agents that are cancer-causing.
Q: Is Asbestos Still A Problem for Human Beings?
Ans: Back in 1989, the EPA announced a ban on asbestos and a phase out. However, in 1990 a US Circuit Court of Appeals actually overturned the ban, so now what is in place is a regulation to reduce exposure rather than a ban. OSHA has also laid down a few strict reforms of the same.It is frightening to learn that rather than the number of cases of Mesothelioma dropping they continue to grow. It still remains a hazard to Humans.
Q: Who are the most risked individuals when it comes to Asbestos exposure?
Ans: The biggest risk is to those who worked with asbestos – construction, shipbuilding, and mechanical industries.
Q: What is the latency period of Mesothelioma?
Ans: It takes 10 to 50 years for mesothelioma to develop which is why early intervention is so difficult.
Q: Is smoking a cause of Mesothelioma?
Ans: Mesothelioma is not caused by cigarette smoking; however, exposure to asbestos combined with smoking worsens the damage to the lung and increases the likelihood of Mesothelioma developing by 50% or more.
Q: Is it possible to regulate the use of Asbestos at workplaces?
Ans: It is hoped that 50 years from now there will be no more asbestos disease and cancer. The Asbestos is widely regulated at workplaces around the world by the government units and the factory owners also.
Q: Is there a way to prevent Mesothelioma after exposure to Asbestos?
Ans: Not everyone will develop Mesothelioma the longer the period of exposure and the heavier the exposure the more likely you are to develop Mesothelioma.
Q: What should one do after getting diagnosed with Mesothelioma?
Ans: You need to follow your doctor’s instructions and treatments. You should also contact an attorney because you may have some legal recourse against an employer or previous employer.
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