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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Caused by Railroad Exposure

Railroad workers are at an elevated risk for developing Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) due to their daily exposure to benzene, butadiene, diesel exhaust, and pesticides. These chemicals are all recognized carcinogens of the group one. Long term exposure to herbicides such as creosote and herbicides have been associated with CLL.

Benzene and Butadiene

Benzene and 1,3-butadiene are volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are emitted into the atmosphere due to a variety of natural and anthropogenic processes. They can be absorbed by the lungs, skin or directly inhaled. They are both believed to be carcinogenic, and have been found to cause leukemias. They also cause DNA damage and hinder cell growth. Butadiene and benzene are part of a class of chemicals considered to be Group One carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

Both benzene and butadiene can be found in diesel exhaust. Railroad workers are exposed to diesel exhaust on a daily basis as they work to maintain and manage trains. They also are exposed when their train is caught on fire and emits toxic fumes to the benzene, butadiene and other chemicals.

Both benzene and butadiene are removed from the atmosphere by reacting with oxygen or nitrogen. This process is assisted by the closing and opening of carbon-carbon bonds within the molecules. Temperature, moisture, and light accelerate this process. The degrading process of benzene may be further accelerated when heavy metals or other contaminants are present. These reactions can result in the formation of new molecules that are less toxic than the chemical it was originally. The exposure of benzene as well as butadiene is via inhalation and is the most common method of exposure.

Diesel Exhaust

Diesel exhaust contains dozens of harmful chemicals. The most significant of these is the diesel particulate matter (DPM). These tiny particles, which are less than 2.5 microns are easily absorbed into the lungs, where they are highly-soluble and can cause asthma, irritation, and lung damage. The exposure to diesel exhaust may also worsen preexisting lung and heart disease.

Benzene is also found in diesel exhaust. Benzene is a colorless, non-toxic gas with a pleasant odor. It is a byproduct of crude oil and is a component of many diesel fuels. Railroad workers are exposed to benzene at work by breathing in the vapors of benzene-containing solvents used in the railroad shops. Paints adhesives, thinners, and paints are all benzene-containing items that are used by railroad carmen locomotive mechanics, and electricians to clean their equipment. They also soak rags in benzene containing solvents, such as Safety-Kleen parts washers to clean dirt off their hands and equipment.

DPM is a complicated mixture of fine airborne particulates that are produced by the combustion of diesel fuel inside an internal combustion engine. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (a division of World Health Organization) has discovered that DPM exposure can cause lung cancer as well as other adverse consequences. DPM is made up of carbon black, soot particles metallic abrasion particles polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and Injury settlements various organic compounds, as well as metallic ash, sulfates and silicates.

Asbestos

Asbest and other toxic substances are frequently associated with cancer or chronic illnesses among railroad workers. Mesothelioma lawsuits against railroad companies who exposed workers to carcinogens may help hold responsible companies accountable and help their former employees collect compensation.

Asbestos was extensively used in the railroad industry prior to when it was banned in 1970s, and many employees, both former and present, were exposed to the toxic substance on the job. Asbestos is found in boilers, pipes and insulation around locomotives, cabooses, and other railroad infrastructure, such as creosote, coal tar, Injury Settlements and soot-covered track work.

Exposure to these chemicals has been linked with a variety of cancers and other health problems, such as mesothelioma, lung disease heart disease, skin cancer kidney cancer, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Many of these illnesses are difficult to diagnose and treat, leaving victims with expensive medical bills and diminished incomes and earning potential.

A mesothelioma attorney can review the history of a patient's chemical exposure to determine whether they're able to bring a FELA suit. A lawsuit against a railroad firm can be filed in either a state or federal court, and victims can also file an individual mesothelioma claim against manufacturers of asbestos-containing items. FELA lawsuits can be a bit complicated and require an attorney with expertise in this field.

Pesticides

Pesticides are used to control vegetation on railway tracks and rail crossings, and to stop fires. These chemicals can cause a range of health problems, including cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma and asthma, as well as neurologic disorders. The symptoms of an acute exposure can include headaches muscle twitching, dizziness nausea and weakness. Exposure for a long period of time can result in skin burning, rashes and respiratory issues. Pesticides can have lasting effects.

A number of studies have found that those who work as railroad brakemen, conductors, car men or track workers are at a higher risk of developing CLL. The risk increases as the frequency of exposure to pesticides rises. Recent research revealed that those who have agriculture as their most long-lasting occupation are at the most risk. The chances of developing CLL were higher for those who were exposed to pesticides in all three application groups (OR1-SD increase = 1.16; 95% CI = 1.03 to 1.59) than those who were not exposed to pesticides. This study confirms earlier research linking CLL to farming and other occupational exposures.

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