Frequently Asked Question

Many factors determine if inhaling asbestos will have harmful effects. Some of these factors include:

• The amount of asbestos inhaled
• The duration of inhalation
• Other personal factors such as age, gender, lifestyle, etc.

After inhaling asbestos fibers, there can be "latency period" between 10 and 40 years before feeling sick. There are no immediate symptoms, such as coughs, sneezing, itchy throat, watering eyes, etc.

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