Pleural thickening is a thickening or scarring of the tissues lining the inside of the lungs. Unlike pleural plaques, pleural thickening does involve symptoms like breathlessness and chest tightness. Pleural thickening develops as a result of asbestos inhalation and may indicate that a sufferer is at a greater risk of more serious asbestos related diseases.
Many asbestos related illnesses like pleural thickening develop as a result of poorly maintained working conditions. It is an employer’s responsibility to make sure that a safe environment is maintained within the workplace and this includes taking measures to prevent pleural thickening.
Pleural thickening causes both physical and mental suffering. If you think you may have developed pleural thickening as the result of poor working conditions, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible.
If you wish to claim compensation for pleural thickening or industrial diseases linked to asbestos inhalation, it is important to be aware of your legal rights.
Current Legislation on Pleural Thickening
Currently, it is not possible to make an Industrial Disease claim for compensation for Pleural Thickening due to changes in legislation in England and Wales. If there are further changes to the legislation which alters this position, full details will be made available here.