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Can Exposure To Mold Aggravate Lung Cancer Symptoms?
I have lung cancer and am currently getting Chemo. I used to smoke heavily but quit 20 years ago. My question concerns mold I have in my mobile home ceilings and walls. I suppose that may well have contributed to the cancer, but how much of a risk am I running now? It s not directly exposed but it is extensive and I am a Senior with no financial means to solve the problem.
Wed, 20 Sep 2017
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since you are already lung cancer survivor taking chemotherapy, no additional risk on exposure to mold.
If someone without lung cancer exposed to molds for longer duration, possibility of lung cancer is high.
But in your case, no further risk of worsening of lung cancer. Take your chemotherapy timely.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I can understand your concern.
Since you are already lung cancer survivor taking chemotherapy, no additional risk on exposure to mold.
If someone without lung cancer exposed to molds for longer duration, possibility of lung cancer is high.
But in your case, no further risk of worsening of lung cancer. Take your chemotherapy timely.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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