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Help with asbestos exposal? what should i do?
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Depends: If the exposure is airborne particles over an extended period of time, then you need to see your pulmonologist. If the exposure is just being in an environment with asbestos panels or other sources of contained asbestos, then don't worry. Asbestos is only a problem if inhaled as dust. The concern about asbestos is highly over-rated and is a lawyers dream.
Answered 8/8/2013
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