Symptoma

Exposure to Graphite Dust

The results of the subcommittee's study are presented in this report, which is the second volume in the series. [books.google.com]

At present Randy is involved in web site work regarding plastic injection molding/mold making as a means to make use of some of his accumulated knowledge. [knowledge.ulprospector.com]

Exposure Risks for Graphite Dust Excessive exposure to graphite presents serious dangers to the respiratory system. Well-documented health effects include lung fibrosis and pneumoconiosis, an occupational lung disease. [robovent.com]

I can find none which address the issue of pencil lead in the skin or any sources of any kind where any danger from graphite under the skin or any other "small" exposure presents any danger whatever. [answers.google.com]

WEST SYSTEM fillers present few hazards by themselves. However, breathing any nuisance dust will worsen existing respiratory problems. Smokers and others whose lungs are under strain are far more likely to develop serious respiratory problems. [westsystem.com]

  • Military Personnel

    Army seeks to ensure that exposure to smokes and obscurants during training does not have adverse health effects on military personnel or civilians. [books.google.com]

  • Weakness

    :) - (weak attempt at joke) I think you can relax on this issue and begin to look for another common environmental possibility rather than pencil lead. If I can clarify any part of my answer before you rate this question, please let me know. [answers.google.com]

  • Metal Worker

    Assemblers and fabricators Blacksmiths Ironworkers Machinists Metal machine workers Sheet metal workers Solderers Tool and die makers Welders Metal workers could be exposed to asbestos from a number of materials they regularly worked with. [mesothelioma.com]

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There is no proven effective treatment for CWP, although complications can be treated. There are several U.S. laws regarding CWP and its treatment, and the government may help pay for treatment. [northshore.org]

What treatments or support are available to me? Author Amy Ahasic, MD, MPH, FCCP Date Last Reviewed January 2018 [foundation.chestnet.org]

Treatment If you have pneumoconiosis and you develop breathing problems, your doctor will advise you to avoid further exposure to the mineral dust. [drugs.com]

Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment : No other relevant information available. 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media : Use suitable extinguishing agent for surrounding materials and type of fire. [espimetals.com]

Prognosis The outlook for this disease depends on the specific type of pneumoconiosis, the length of exposure to mineral dust, the level of exposure and whether the patient is a smoker. [drugs.com]

It is difficult, but not impossible to prevent recurrences. Resume epoxy use only after symptoms disappear, and strictly follow the recommended handling procedures to prevent exposure. [westsystem.com]

Cancer Prevention and Screening: Concepts, Principles and Controversies. August 2018. MacLeod JS, Harris MA, et al. [mesothelioma.com]

Preventing inhalation of harmful dusts make pneumoconiosis a preventable disease. [foundation.chestnet.org]

Prevention Pneumoconiosis almost always can be prevented. [stlimaging.ca]

Can CWP be prevented? CWP can be prevented by controlling dust and having good ventilation in the workplace. How is it treated? There is no proven effective treatment for CWP, although complications can be treated. [northshore.org]