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Can Smoking Increase the Risk of Asbestosis?

While smoking does not appear to affect the development of mesothelioma, there is a less clear relationship between smoking and asbestosis, a scarring of lung tissue. At least one study published in 1995 has shown an increase in asbestosis among smokers who are exposed to asbestos. However, other studies have found no such correlation.

Those who think that smokers may be at a greater risk of developing asbestosis believe the relationship is due to inflammation caused by asbestos lodged in the lung linings. However, as with mesothelioma, there is a long latency period with asbestos, and proving a relationship is difficult.

Whether or not smoking can increase the risk of asbestosis, it certainly can exacerbate symptoms of the disease once a person has it.

Do Cigarette Filters Contain Asbestos?

By themselves, cigarettes contain literally thousands of chemicals, at least several dozen of which are classified by the International Agency for Research of Cancer has classified as carcinogens. To supposedly make cigarettes “healthier,” some brands have filters intended to remove some of these substances, but their effectiveness is much disputed.

However, even with the filters, there can be some danger. Studies have shown that at least one brand of cigarettes – Kent, manufactured by Lorillard Company – contained as much as 25 percent asbestos in them. These cigarettes were sold in the United States between 1952 and 1956, with up to a half million packs being sold each day.

While Kent is the only brand known to have contained asbestos, it is possible that other cigarette brands have contained asbestos at various times