Causes of Emphysema
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Asbestos
Asbestos was once hailed as a miracle substance because of its fire-retardant properties, among other things. Unfortunately, it was later discovered that the tiny shards that asbestos can release into the air can be very damaging to our lungs. It is thought that there is a link between asbestos and emphysema.
The use of asbestos has been largely banned worldwide because of the danger it poses. However, there are still many buildings that were constructed before the ban, so asbestos is still fairly common. If you are in the construction business and/or you are planning on doing work on your home, you should call the experts to deal with asbestos if you think there is some in the property.
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