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Dr Parks

Thanks for answering my questions I was very scared I sandblasted in heavy dust for 3 weeks I wore a blasting hood with fresh air and a n 95 dust mask under that.I wasnt aware of the dangers of the silica dust.I started having loweer lung pains night sweats,The more I studied the web I started understanding more on Silicosis the night sweats go with TB I think Silicosis its self has no symptoms isnt that right I had to quit looking up that stuff I have had Hrct,Ct X ray all have been clear but I still have the pains in lower right lung.Thanks Again For Your Advice
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Hello again,

What specific questions do you have?


~•~ Dr. Parks

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case. .
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I found out we are using Alumn Oxide Blasting not Silica I dont find much Info on it.Thanks
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