Why Asbestos Cancer Affects More Men
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Why Asbestos Cancer Affects More Men
Who Should Be Tested?
If you've been exposed to asbestos fibers, either on the job or through a family contact, it's crucial to inform your doctor about your exposure history and any symptoms you experience. Asbestos fibers can be detected in urine, feces, mucus, or through lung rinses.
Recommended Examinations
A comprehensive physical exam, including a chest x-ray and lung function tests, may be necessary. Although chest x-rays cannot detect asbestos fibers directly, they can reveal lung changes caused by exposure. It's often advisable to consult a specialist experienced in reading x-rays for asbestos-related conditions. Additional tests might also be required.
Risk of Exposure
Anyone who has inhaled asbestos dust is at risk, including family members and friends of workers, as asbestos can cling to clothing. Exposure often occurs in major construction sites, shipyards, industrial settings, and during building renovations. Certain occupations carry higher exposure risks.
Why Mesothelioma Primarily Affects Men
Millions of workers have faced asbestos exposure over the years, and many have discovered its health impacts only decades later. A significant number of mesothelioma cases today are in men, largely because men were historically the primary workforce dealing with asbestos.
Though the dangers of asbestos exposure are now more recognized globally, millions have already been exposed.
Challenges in Diagnosing Mesothelioma
Diagnosing mesothelioma can be challenging. Many doctors remain unfamiliar with its symptoms, which can mimic other common illnesses. Timely diagnosis is complicated by a long latency period, often spanning several decades, between exposure and symptom onset.
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