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Asbestosis

Asbestosis is an uncommon yet serious respiratory illness that impacts individuals who have been exposed to asbestos, a material commonly used in construction from the 1950s until the 1990s. While there is no cure for this condition, treatment options may help alleviate symptoms. If you are diagnosed with asbestosis, you might be eligible to seek compensation. Symptoms can take 20 to 30 years to manifest following asbestos exposure. The condition is directly linked to such exposure.