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I have a history of exposure to fiberglass and asbestos at my work, can i have copd?
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Asbestosis: Asbestos exposure can cause changes similar to COPD and worse. In that case, it is called asbestosis.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Probably not: Asbestos typically causes, pleural plaques, mesothelioma and other lung cancers. Usually COPD is not a manifestation of asbestos exposure. COPD is associated with smoking however.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Yes: Yes, get yourself checked! smoking is the usual cause for copd, and you are quite young to have COPD but occupational exposures can also do it. Good luck!
Answered 6/10/2014
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