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Exposed to asbestos growing up. i am 27 (i lived in a house with it for more than 20 years) the ceiling was made with it and was frequently disturbed. chance of mesothelioma ? how long ?
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You probably are at very low risk for mesothelioma. It may not be zero risk, but the large majority of cases are in persons with far more intensive asbestos exposure than was likely in your situation. See a pulmonary medicine specialist for in-person evaluation and risk assessment, but I really wouldn't be seriously worried in the meantime.
Answered 1/5/2023
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