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One of the most frightening things about the symptoms of asbestos exposure
is that they can appear 10, 20, or even 40 years after an individual has been exposed
When clinical symptoms do become apparent
they may closely resemble those related to other health problems.
Asbestos exposure symptoms can vary wildly from person to person,
depending on how long they were exposed for and how much damage the substance has done to their body.
Below are some common symptoms of asbestos exposure:
It is important to understand that being exposed to asbestos does not automatically
mean that you will develop symptoms of asbestos exposure or get seriously ill.
There are a number of factors to be considered in evaluating
your risk for asbestos-related health problems.
These factors include:
If you are experiencing any of the asbestos exposure symptoms
you may wish to contact your doctor.
Using your medical history, symptoms, and test results,
your doctor will be able to identify early signs of asbestos-related disease
and advise you on an appropriate path of medical treatment.