Asbestosis

About- Asbestosis is a serious long-term lung condition caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos.

Symptoms-
 Shortness of breath
 A persistent, dry cough
 Loss of appetite
 Unexplained weight loss
 Chest pain or tightness
 Wheezing
 Fatigue
 Clubbed (swollen) fingertips
 
Causes-
The main 
reason for this disease is the exposure to high levels of asbestos dust over a long period of time.

Specialist to Visit
 Pulmonologist 

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References-
https://www.healthline.com
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
http://www.lung.org
https://www.nhs.uk
http://www.asbestosassociation.com.au/about-asbestos/asbestosis/

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