{"id":17751,"date":"2021-04-05T10:12:46","date_gmt":"2021-04-05T14:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=17751"},"modified":"2025-12-02T20:08:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T01:08:37","slug":"heating-ducts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/products\/heating-ducts\/","title":{"rendered":"Asbestos in Heating Ducts"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Was Asbestos in Ductwork?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> asbestos was commonly used in ductwork from the 1930s to the early 1980s as insulation for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.<\/p>\n<p>Anyone exposed to asbestos in ductwork could develop <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a> 10 to 50 years later. HVAC mechanics were put in extreme danger since manufacturers of asbestos products hid the health risks of exposure for decades.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Facts on Asbestos in Heating Ducts<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Locations:<\/strong> Homes, schools, military installations, and other buildings<\/li>\n<li><strong>Products:<\/strong> Tape, cement, insulation, dampeners, and connectors<\/li>\n<li><strong>Health risks:<\/strong> Mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related diseases<\/li>\n<li><strong>Manufacturers:<\/strong> Celotex, Grant Wilson, Johns Manville, and more<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compensation options for victims:<\/strong> Personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits, asbestos trust funds, and benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mesothelioma can be stressful, but you&#8217;re not alone. Mesothelioma Hope is here to assist anyone who developed this cancer after working with asbestos ductwork or other products.<\/p>\n<p>Get our <strong>Free Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong> to see how we can help you find medical care, pursue compensation for treatment, and access other key resources.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"1361\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque default image-right has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"default\">.widget_oscar-vque.default{margin:60px auto;max-width:315px}.widget_oscar-vque.default:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a{background:#2F293D;display:block;padding:20px;border-radius:10px;color:#fff;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default img{margin:0 auto 20px;max-width:150px;width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default .vque-content{font-size:16px;text-align:center}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.subheading{display:block;line-height:1;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:5px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.heading{font-size:20px;display:block;margin:0 0 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul{font-size:16px;text-align:left;list-style:none;max-width:265px;line-height:1.4;margin:15px auto 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li{padding-left:28px;margin-bottom:10px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li:before{font-family:\"mesohope\" !important;font-display:swap;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;-webkit-font-smoothing:antialiased;-moz-osx-font-smoothing:grayscale;content:\"\\e904\";border:none;position:absolute;left:0;top:0;background:#0FAEBF;width:20px;height:20px;border-radius:20px;line-height:20px;text-align:center;font-size:12px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.button.arrow{width:100%}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.widget_oscar-vque.default{max-width:620px}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a{padding:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a>div{display:block;display:flex;align-items:center;flex-wrap:wrap;flex-direction:row-reverse}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a>div>div{padding:0 25px 0 0;width:41%}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a .vque-content{width:59%;padding:30px;text-align:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default img{max-width:90%;margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.subheading{font-size:16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.heading{font-size:24px;margin:0 0 16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul{max-width:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.button.arrow{width:auto}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div{display:block;position:relative;overflow:hidden}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div img{max-width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div{float:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div:first-child{width:27%;padding:30px}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div.vque-content{width:73%;padding-left:0}}<\/style><a href=\"\/mesothelioma-guide\/\" title=\"Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide Ad\" data-desktop-image=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\"><div><div><div class=\"image-fade\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"296\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mesothelioma Guide Images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png 296w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-102x100.png 102w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"heading\">Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong><ul>\n<li>Symptoms &amp; staging<\/li>\n<li>Average prognosis<\/li>\n<li>Life-extending treatments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Guide\">Get Your Free Guide<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Why Was Asbestos Used in Ductwork?<\/h2>\n<p>Before the health risks were publicly known, <a href=\"\/asbestos\/\">asbestos<\/a> was considered a safe and cost-effective way to insulate ductwork.<\/p>\n<p><strong>HVAC mechanics relied on it because it was:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Durable<\/li>\n<li>Heat resistant<\/li>\n<li>Inexpensive<\/li>\n<li>Soundproof<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, handling, repairing, or replacing asbestos products could release dangerous fibers and dust into the air. Breathing in or swallowing these fibers could cause mesothelioma decades later.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Is at Risk From Asbestos in Ductwork?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"\/occupations\/hvac-mechanics\/\">HVAC mechanics<\/a> faced the highest risk of asbestos exposure from heating ducts. Their daily work exposed them to a variety of products containing asbestos.<\/p>\n<p>That said, anyone who worked with or around asbestos on heating ducts could have been exposed.<\/p>\n<p><b> These include:<br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/boilermakers\/\">Boilermakers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/construction-workers\/\">Construction workers<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Homeowners<\/li>\n<li>Insulators<\/li>\n<li>Renovators<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/steel-mill-workers\/\">Steelworkers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>Family members also risked <a href=\"\/asbestos\/exposure\/secondary\/\">secondhand asbestos exposure<\/a> when their loved ones brought asbestos fibers home with them on their clothing, hair, or skin.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, if asbestos in a building&#8217;s HVAC system was disturbed, anyone living or working there could have been exposed.<\/p>\n<div class=\"callout-shortcode\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.callout-shortcode{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px;margin:40px 0;max-width:860px;position:relative}.callout-shortcode:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #EDF8F9 100%)}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{color:#100134;font-size:22px;display:block;margin:0 0 15px}.callout-shortcode:first-child{margin-top:0}.callout-shortcode:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:20px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding-top:17px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:74px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{left:22px;position:absolute;top:20px;width:59px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background:#fff url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mh-icon-65.png);background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:70%;border-radius:30px;bottom:-10px;content:\"\";display:block;height:30px;position:absolute;right:-10px;width:30px}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.callout-shortcode{padding:25px 25px 25px 34px}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{font-size:24px}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode.has-img{min-height:170px;padding-left:175px}.callout-shortcode.has-img .img-wrap{position:absolute;left:29px;top:25px;width:119px}.callout-shortcode.hope.has-img{padding-left:170px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding:0}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{width:109px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background-size:66%;bottom:-15px;height:42px;width:42px}}<\/style><div class=\"content\"><p>Call <strong><a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a><\/strong> if you or a loved one was exposed to asbestos in heating ducts and now has mesothelioma. We can help you access treatment and compensation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Health Risks of Asbestos in Ductwork<\/h2>\n<p>Anyone exposed to asbestos in heating ducts can go on to develop severe <a href=\"\/asbestos\/related-diseases\/\">asbestos-related diseases<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Asbestos in ductwork can cause:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mesothelioma:<\/strong> This is a rare but very aggressive cancer that forms in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, or testicles. The <strong>only known cause<\/strong> is asbestos exposure.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/asbestosis\/\">Asbestosis<\/a>:<\/strong> This is a disease in which the lungs become stiff due to asbestos scarring. While it is not a type of cancer, asbestosis can be fatal over time.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/cancer\/lung-cancer\/\">Asbestos lung cancer<\/a>:<\/strong> You or a loved one could develop lung cancer if asbestos fibers get trapped in your lungs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other illnesses:<\/strong> Exposure to asbestos on ductwork can also cause <a href=\"\/cancer\/ovarian-cancer\/\">ovarian cancer<\/a>, laryngeal cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other serious health issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It can take 10 to 50 years or more for symptoms of asbestos-related illnesses to appear after initial exposure.<\/p>\n<h2>Types of Products That Used Asbestos in Ductwork<\/h2>\n<p>Many products used in HVAC ducts contained asbestos. Learn more about specific asbestos ductwork products below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Asbestos Tape on Ductwork<\/strong><br \/>\nDuct tape used could contain 35% to 65% chrysotile asbestos. Over time, this tape could deteriorate, releasing fibers into the air. If you find asbestos tape in your home, consult a professional instead of trying to remove it yourself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cement<\/strong><br \/>\nHundreds of thousands of buildings used cement asbestos wrap on ductwork, which can decay and release fibers into HVAC systems. A 1986 study found <strong>over 6,000 homes<\/strong> in Willingboro, New Jersey, had ducts made of <a href=\"\/products\/cement\/\">asbestos cement<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>HVAC Insulation<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"\/products\/insulation\/\">Asbestos insulation<\/a> was frequently used in older HVAC systems to make cooling and heating more efficient. The use of asbestos paper as insulation was also common.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rubber or Vinyl Duct Connectors<\/strong><br \/>\nDuct connectors made from asbestos, rubber, and vinyl were used to create airtight seals. At the time, HVAC workers believed these seals helped safely maintain air quality and temperature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vibration Dampeners<\/strong><br \/>\nVibration dampers made from asbestos cloth were used to reduce noise between the metal ductwork and air handler. If damaged, these dampeners could release asbestos fibers through the building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"callout-shortcode\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.callout-shortcode{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px;margin:40px 0;max-width:860px;position:relative}.callout-shortcode:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #EDF8F9 100%)}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{color:#100134;font-size:22px;display:block;margin:0 0 15px}.callout-shortcode:first-child{margin-top:0}.callout-shortcode:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:20px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding-top:17px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:74px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{left:22px;position:absolute;top:20px;width:59px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background:#fff url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mh-icon-65.png);background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:70%;border-radius:30px;bottom:-10px;content:\"\";display:block;height:30px;position:absolute;right:-10px;width:30px}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.callout-shortcode{padding:25px 25px 25px 34px}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{font-size:24px}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode.has-img{min-height:170px;padding-left:175px}.callout-shortcode.has-img .img-wrap{position:absolute;left:29px;top:25px;width:119px}.callout-shortcode.hope.has-img{padding-left:170px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding:0}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{width:109px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background-size:66%;bottom:-15px;height:42px;width:42px}}<\/style><div class=\"content\"><p><a href=\"\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us now<\/a> to explore your medical and financial options if you developed mesothelioma from asbestos in heating ducts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Asbestos Ductwork Companies<\/h2>\n<p>Many companies made and sold asbestos-containing products used in heating ducts and HVAC systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some of these <a href=\"\/asbestos\/companies\/\">asbestos companies<\/a> include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Celotex<\/li>\n<li>Duro Dyne<\/li>\n<li>Grant Wilson<\/li>\n<li>H.B. Fuller<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/asbestos\/companies\/johns-manville\/\">Johns Manville<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Turner &amp; Newall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>These companies knew the health effects of asbestos exposure as early as the 1930s. Instead of warning the public, <strong>they hid the truth to continue making profits.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Financial Compensation for Ductwork Asbestos Exposure<\/h2>\n<p>You may qualify for <a href=\"\/legal\/compensation\/\">financial compensation<\/a> to cover your medical expenses and secure your family\u2019s future after working with or around ductwork and developing mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key options include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/legal\/lawsuit\/\">Mesothelioma lawsuits<\/a>:<\/strong> These can result in payouts of <strong>$1 million or more<\/strong> from companies that made and sold the asbestos ductwork products.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/legal\/asbestos-trust-funds\/\">Asbestos trust funds<\/a>:<\/strong> Bankrupt companies were forced to put money into trust funds if they wanted to stay in business. These trusts contain over <strong>$30 billion<\/strong> today. Our legal partners can help you access this money, often in 90 days or less.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/\">VA benefits<\/a>:<\/strong> Veterans with mesothelioma who were exposed to asbestos ductwork during their service may qualify for disability compensation worth <strong>$4,158.17 a month\u00a0<\/strong>or more and free or inexpensive VA health care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our legal partners can file claims on your behalf so you can focus on your health and family.<\/p>\n<p>Get a <strong>Free Case Review<\/strong> with our team right now to see if you&#8217;re entitled to compensation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"23978\" class=\"one-off-23978 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"23978\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-23978{margin:60px auto}.one-off-23978 a{box-shadow:0 20px 20px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.03);background:linear-gradient(180deg,#0FAEBF 0,rgba(129,208,217,0) 100%);border:1px solid 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exposure to asbestos in ductwork, our team can connect you with the resources you need.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mesothelioma Hope can help you:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Determine when, where, and how you were exposed<\/li>\n<li>Find top doctors and cancer treatment centers for free<\/li>\n<li>Pursue compensation valued at <strong>$1 million or more<\/strong> on average<\/li>\n<li>Secure the support you need to manage life with cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You never deserved to get sick from asbestos in ductwork, but you don\u2019t have to face mesothelioma alone. Mesothelioma Hope will guide you and your family through every step of your cancer journey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a><\/strong> or request our <a href=\"\/mesothelioma-guide\/\">Free Mesothelioma Guide<\/a> to see all of the ways we can assist you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-wrap\"><h2 class=\"faq-wrap-heading\">Asbestos Ductwork FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"1\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\"> How to tell if ductwork has asbestos?<\/h3><div><p>You won\u2019t be able to see if ductwork or other HVAC materials contain asbestos, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>only way to know<\/strong> for sure is to have them tested by a professional.<\/p>\n<p>For your safety, the CPSC recommends not touching or disturbing products that may contain asbestos, as this could release fibers into the air.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"2\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Should I be worried about asbestos in my house?<\/h3><div><p>It may be safe to live in a house with asbestos ductwork or other materials if they\u2019re intact and undisturbed.<\/p>\n<p>However, even a single stray asbestos fiber can lead to cancers like mesothelioma later in life.<\/p>\n<p>Because of this, you should always consult with a licensed asbestos professional to ensure the products in your home don&#8217;t pose a threat to you or your family.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"3\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">What are the symptoms of asbestos in the air?<\/h3><div><p>Breathing in fibers released into the air from asbestos-wrapped ductwork and other products can cause symptoms like <strong>chest pain, a persistent cough, and difficulty breathing.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you have any of these potential <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/symptoms\/\">mesothelioma symptoms<\/a>, make sure to see a doctor and tell them about your asbestos exposure. They can run tests to determine if you\u2019ve developed an asbestos-related illness.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"4\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">What happens if asbestos is in the air?<\/h3><div><p>If you breathe in or swallow airborne asbestos fibers released from ductwork, you could develop life-threatening health problems.<\/p>\n<p>Asbestos fibers can get trapped in your body and cause irritation for decades, eventually leading to diseases like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us now<\/a> if you\u2019ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma from asbestos exposure decades ago. We can help you access treatments, financial compensation, and other resources.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"5\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Is it okay to live in a house with asbestos insulation?<\/h3><div><p>Asbestos-containing materials can still be found in older HVAC ducts today. If you think there is asbestos in your ductwork, the best thing to do is leave it alone.<\/p>\n<p>As long as it&#8217;s in good shape and not deteriorating, it doesn&#8217;t pose a big threat to your health.<\/p>\n<p>Consult a licensed asbestos removal professional who can determine next steps.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \" How to tell if ductwork has asbestos?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;You won\u2019t be able to see if ductwork or other HVAC materials contain asbestos, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;only way to know&lt;\/strong&gt; for sure is to have them tested by a professional.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;For your safety, the CPSC recommends not touching or disturbing products that may contain asbestos, as this could release fibers into the air.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\"}},{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \"Should I be worried about asbestos in my house?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;It may be safe to live in a house with asbestos ductwork or other materials if they\u2019re intact and undisturbed.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;However, even a single stray asbestos fiber can lead to cancers like mesothelioma later in life.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;Because of this, you should always consult with a licensed asbestos professional to ensure the products in your home don&amp;#8217;t pose a threat to you or your family.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\"}},{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \"What are the symptoms of asbestos in the air?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;Breathing in fibers released into the air from asbestos-wrapped ductwork and other products can cause symptoms like &lt;strong&gt;chest pain, a persistent cough, and difficulty breathing.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;If you have any of these potential mesothelioma symptoms, make sure to see a doctor and tell them about your asbestos exposure. 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