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I pulverized a concrete floor inside a home for 2 days without a mask. is silica dust now trapped forever in my lungs causing irreparable damage?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

See specialist: i would see a pulmonologist for evaluation and at least baseline test establishment. You may be fine, but best to be proactive and get checked ASAP . Good luck

Answered 6/18/2018

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A member asked:

I pulverized a concrete floor inside a home for 2 days without a mask. is silica dust now trapped forever in my lungs causing irreparable damage?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Thaler answered

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