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3 mo ago i was xposed to asbestos . all testing was neg. have sob and chest pains. could i be getting sick already if i were to. if not what is it.
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Unlikely: Asbestos exposure has to be high amount, intensity or time.Is dependent on exposure dose. Ussually a chronic condition not acute. Then get check because something else is present.
Answered 7/10/2015
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Chest Pain, SOB: I understand your concern for your chest pain, and shortness of breath. Please see your physician for the diagnosis which may be: angina pneumonia asthma hypertensive heart disease based upon tests, physician can start treatment to releve your symptoms.
Answered 7/10/2015
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