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9 hr exposed asbestos dust 15 yrs ago only found out in different room to where work was carried out worried what is my risk of getting mesothelioma?
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Very Rare: Mesothelioma is a rare condition even among those whose exposure was much greater. I wouldn't worry too much.
Answered 11/27/2017
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