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I briefly inhaled a cloud of asbestos-dust from a faulty vacuum used only for cleaning dust/fibers following abatement. should i seek medical help?
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No: This is trivial compared with the exposures that have historically caused disease, and there's nothing to do about it in any case. We inhale a small amount of asbestos during our lifetimes just from nature. Stop worrying and be thankful for good health. Best wishes.
Answered 5/10/2016
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