11 Asbestos-Related Diseases To Be Aware Of

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Atelectasis is a rare condition related to asbestos exposure and it can occur simultaneously with pleural thickening. It consists of the formation of inflammation and scar tissue on the pleural, which makes the lining membrane fold into the lung. Though it is a benign disease, it appears malignant and physicians may require a biopsy to properly diagnose it.

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Marta graduated from Universidade Fernando Pessoa in Porto with a degree in Communication Sciences and a Masters degree in New Communication Technologies. She has experience in social media, worked with several media channels, and has also worked as a freelance photographer and a graphic artist for almost 10 years.

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