Pneumoconiosis
Pneumoconiosis compensation may be available if your pneumoconiosis symptoms are linked to your past or present working conditions. If you believe that your employer could have done more to prevent your symptoms, contact us today for your FREE no-obligation consultation.
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Pneumoconiosis claim time limit
We advise speaking to us as soon as you believe that you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. Any cause for delay in beginning your pneumoconiosis compensation claim may be taken into account regarding your personal injury claim time limit. Even if you have since retired or changed career, we may be able to help. For further information, please see What is the personal injury claim time limit? or contact us today for instant answers and peace of mind.
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Pneumoconiosis – types of disease
Asbestosis
Causes of asbestosis: asbestosis results from the inhalation of asbestos particles. The particles become embedded in the lung lining, leading to scarring and reduced lung function.
Asbestosis symptoms
- Coughing
- Chest pain
- Clubbed fingers
- Shortness of breath
- Tightness in the chest
- Noticeable nail abnormalities
Berylliosis
Causes of berylliosis: berylliosis results from the inhalation of beryllium. The presence of beryllium in the lungs could cause a continued response from the immune system, resulting in inflammation.
Berylliosis symptoms
- Fever
- Coughing
- Chest pain
- Joint aches
- Weight loss
- Shortness of breath
Silicosis (Potter’s rot)
Causes of silicosis: silicosis results from the inhalation of silica dust. Silica particles typically become lodged in the upper portion of the lungs, leading to scarring and reduced lung function.
Silicosis symptoms
- Fever
- Coughing
- Chest pain
- Weight loss
- Blue tinged skin
- Rapid breathing & fatigue
Byssinosis (Brown lung)
Causes of byssinosis: byssinosis results from inhalation of the dust particles associated with fibrous natural materials (e.g. vegetables, flax, hemp, cotton).
Byssinosis symptoms
- Coughing
- Tight chest
- Breathing difficulties
Varied symptom strength: byssinosis symptoms may vary throughout the day – symptoms persist throughout the day only in severe cases.
Coal workers’ pneumoconiosis (Black lung)
Causes of coal workers’ pneumoconiosis: coal workers’ pneumoconiosis results from the inhalation of coal dust or graphite dust, causing fibrosis (a scarring in the lungs that decreases lung function).
Coal workers’ pneumoconiosis symptoms
- Bronchitis
- Hypertension
- Black sputum
- Heart problems
- Chronic coughing
- Shortness of breath
Pneumoconiosis compensation – expert advice
If you believe that your pneumoconiosis symptoms are linked to your past or present working conditions, speak to our expert team of industrial disease solicitors today.
Depending on the circumstances of your pneumoconiosis claim, we may be able to help you to access expert medical care and tailored rehabilitation support. For further information on the types of rehabilitation that may be available, please see my rehabilitation
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