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Railroad Workers and Pneumoconiosis

What is Pneumoconiosis?

Pneumoconiosis is a lung disease that develops as a result of the inhalation of dust and other dangerous particles. Railroad workers, coal workers, and other types of workers often work around various dangerous substances. When the dust of these substances enters the air and is inhaled by the workers, it can cause serious health problems. These particles damage the lungs over many years, leading to a various types of lung disease.

The term pneumoconiosis covers many types of lung disease including, but not limited to - asbestosis, silicosis, siderosis, and bauxite fibrosis.

The Effects of Pneumoconiosis

Depending on the type of dust and particles inhaled by the worker, the effects of the pneumoconiosis may differ. For example, asbestosis often leads to the development of lung cancer. The asbestos fibers that are inhaled stay in the lungs for many years after the initial inhalation, causing the development of cancer cells over time. Silicosis, on the other hand, is caused by the inhalation of silica dust and does not develop cancer cells over time. Instead, this type of pneumoconiosis drastically affects the function of the lungs, causing shortness of breath, fever, and other serious health problems.

If you suspect that you have a form of pneumoconiosis, visit a doctor immediately. A trained physician will be able to examine and evaluate your health concerns. Do not delay your visit to the doctor if you believe you have developed a form of occupational pneumoconiosis. Many times, the earlier you are able to have the condition diagnosed, the better chance you have of treating the disease.

Contact a FELA Lawyer Today

If you are suffering from the effects of some form of pneumoconiosis, contact an attorney after visiting your doctor. Pneumoconiosis is commonly caused by the inhalation of dangerous particles in a variety of working situations. If you are a railroad worker who has developed a lung disease as a result of dangerous dust particles at work, contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 866-950-9000.