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Benzene, Butadiene, and Other Carcinogens on the Railroad

Many railroad workers are exposed to carcinogens such as benzene, and other compounds. If you've developed a severe illness, such as leukemia for instance, you may be entitled to compensation.

Leukemias can develop in the bone marrow or lymphatic tissues. CLL (chronic lymphocytic Leukemia) is one of the four major forms of adult leukemia.

Benzene

Benzene can be inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. It is a by-product of oil that is used to make nylons, plastics and synthetic fibers. It is also used in lubricants, dyes paints, detergents, pesticides, and other drugs. It is a known cancerous substance that causes leukemia and other cancers such as acute myelogenous lymphoma (AML) myelodysplastic disorders, and lymphomas.

Railroad workers are exposed benzene by using mineral spirits, solvents and degreasers. They are also frequently exposed to diesel fuel and exhaust fumes when working on locomotives, freight cars and other railway equipment. Because of this, railroad workers are at a higher risk of developing chronic leukemia.

Numerous epidemiologic studies have revealed that exposure to benzene raises the risk of leukemia. A review of 22 recent studies reveals summary estimates of the impact of benzene on AML and Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia(ALL) and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia(CLL).

The meta-analysis indicates that exposure to benzene during work increases the chance of developing these leukemias. The results for AML, CLL and ALL were weaker. This may be due to a lower frequency of reporting for these subgroups, or due to the absence of dose-response relationships that increase exposure. The meta-analysis found no evidence of publication bias.

Asbestos

Asbestos is a fibrous mineral has been used to make thousands of industrial products. Its resistance to heat, fire and corrosion makes it a perfect material for railroad locomotives and other machinery. Asbestos poses a risk to those who handle it. When asbestos fibers are exposed, they break down into tiny strands that can then are then airborne. They are then inhaled and then lodge in a person's lungs. They can cause a variety of serious illnesses, including mesothelioma.

Asbestos fibers can irritate a person's lung lining when they enter the lungs. This irritation can result in a buildup in collagen, which hardens with time and forms pleural plaques. This condition can cause chest pain and trouble breathing.

Another form of lung injury caused by asbestos exposure is fibrosis, which results in scar tissue that interferes with the ability of a person to breathe. This condition can be fatal if it is not treated.

If you are a railroad worker who was diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness, contact an FELA attorney right away. A knowledgeable mesothelioma lawyer can assist you in filing a claim for compensation. To be successful, you must prove that exposure to a toxic substance on the job contributed to your illness. FELA lawyers often collaborate with industrial safety experts, also known as industrial hygienists to review materials in the railroad workplace and determine whether the railroad company followed proper occupational safety practices.

Diesel Exhaust


Diesel exhaust is just one of the many carcinogenic fumes and substances that railroad workers are exposed to on a daily basis. Excessive exposure to diesel exhaust has been linked to lung cancer, mesothelioma, and a variety of other serious occupational diseases among railroad workers. Inhaling the exhaust of engines and particulates can cause chronic health issues that may be difficult to treat.

Locomotives run on diesel fuel and the cab of the locomotive is a cramped space with limited ventilation. lung cancer lawsuit settlements is inhaled by railroad employees, and can be dragged back on themselves and their clothing when they leave the cab. Diesel exhaust can also be a problem for railroad workers who work in yards or shops because they are close to locomotives.

Diesel exhaust contains mutagenic as well as cancerous compounds that may enter the bloodstream. These chemicals can cause harm to the respiratory system as well as blood, as well as the bone marrow. In a study that tracked several hundred workers who were regularly exposed to diesel exhaust, researchers found that those with the longest time of exposure had the highest risk of developing lung cancer.

Lung cancer mortality was significantly higher among railroad workers exposed to diesel exhaust, even after taking into account smoking-related deaths and other factors. The Lyon Firm is investigating a variety of claims from railroad workers who were ill by exposure to diesel exhaust, solvents and other industrial toxic exposures.

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