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I work as a plumber and have been around asbestos insulation. should i have to worry about lung cancer or do you need a lot more exposure to it?
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Mgt: I would recommend a pulmonary evaluation. This may include imaging and pulmonary testing. A virtual appointment may be arranged online.
Answered 11/14/2017
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