what happens when you inhale asbestos
Asbestosis is linked to chrysotile fibers. Chrysotile is one of the six known types of asbestos. Exposure occurs when someone breathes in the dangerous fibers. Extended exposure can lead to an accumulation of the fibers in lung tissues, setting the stage for long-term fibrosis (scarring).
Other Lung Complications: The presence of asbestos fibers in the lungs can cause thickening of lung membranes (pleural membranes), the formation of calcium deposits or plaques, and the accumulation of fluids in the lungs.