Diffuse pleural thickening may extend over a large area and may restrict expansion of the lungs, leading to breathlessness. A lesser type of Pleural Thickening is the disease Pleural Plaques.
Symptoms include:
- Chest pain and tightness, generally after physical exertion.
- Sufferers of Pleural thickening may also suffer psychological stress in the fear that they could develop a more serious asbestos-related disease.
How much is an asbestos related Pleural Thickening claim worth?
All cases are different. However successful compensation claims may be between £21,000 and £45,000. Damages are for guidance only.