10/23/2021 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/23/2021 00:31
The most common symptom is a chronic cough that doesn't go away. This can be accompanied by shortness of breath, fatigue, and a feeling of tightness in the throat or chest. Other symptoms include:
How is Asbestosis diagnosed?
If you have any of the above symptoms, your doctor will order a chest X-ray. During this procedure, your doctor places an instrument on one side of your chest and takes a picture. This shows the bones in your body as well as the outline of your lungs. If abnormalities are found during the X-ray or if they find signs of other lung problems, they will conduct more tests to diagnose asbestosis.
These tests include:
Your doctor will also make a record of your occupational and medical history to calculation the chances you have of developing asbestosis.