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Asbestos-related diseases can cause a range of symptoms, which will vary depending on the specific illness. The most common symptoms include:

• Shortness of breath: Difficulty breathing, especially during physical activity.
• Persistent cough: A chronic cough that may produce mucus or blood.
• Chest pain: Discomfort or tightness in the chest area.
• Fatigue: Feeling unusually weak or tired.
• Weight loss: Unexplained weight loss over time.
  Clubbed fingers and toes: Abnormal swelling of the fingertips and toes.
• Chest X-ray abnormalities: Abnormal findings on chest X-rays.

If you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos and are experiencing these symptoms, it’s crucial to seek medical attention immediately.

Asbestos-related illnesses typically have a long latency period. This basically means they may not show symptoms until several years or even decades after you were exposed to asbestos.

The time it takes for these illnesses to develop can vary, but it’s common for symptoms to appear from anything between 10 and as much as 50 years after asbestos exposure. This delayed onset makes it important for individuals who have been exposed to asbestos, even in the distant past, to monitor their health and consult with a healthcare professional if they experience any symptoms.

Yes, in many cases, family members of individuals who were exposed to asbestos and subsequently developed asbestos-related diseases may be eligible to lodge an asbestos compensation claim.

This often applies to secondary exposure cases where family members were exposed to asbestos fibres brought home on clothing, shoes, or through other means. We always recommend consulting with an asbestos lawyer to ensure your claim has the right weight behind it.

In an asbestos disease case, you may be eligible to claim various expenses related to your illness and its impact on your life (or your loved one’s). These can include:

• Medical expenses: Costs for diagnosis, treatment, medications, and ongoing medical care.
• Lost wages: Compensation for income lost due to the illness, including time off work and future earning potential.
• Pain and suffering: Damages for physical and emotional distress caused by the disease.
• Funeral expenses: If the asbestos-related disease leads to a fatality, funeral and burial costs may be covered.

The specific expenses you can claim will depend on the details of your case and your specific circumstances. Speak with an asbestos lawyer to get a better understanding of asbestos claims, how they work, and your eligibility.