How to diagnose asbestosis?
Patient: Hi, I was diagnosed with sarcodosis over a year ago by one doctor but wasn t satisfied with my treatment so i switched doctors and was told i didn t have sarcodosis after getting MRI, PET SCAN, CAT SCAN. What else can it be, i was reading up on other causes (asbestosis or mold) how could i find out. I have worked in restaurants and fuel stop. Doctor: Hello ,I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious disease specialist, answering your concern.It is highly unlikely that you are having asbestosis.Asbestosis occurs on the persons who constantly exposes to the asbestos or working in asbestos company.HRCT, is the best diagnostic tool that can diagnose the sarcoidosis and asbestosis.As you are working in the restaurant and fuel shop it is unlikely that you have asbestosis.I will be happy to answer your further concern you can contact me here or you can contact me on bit.ly/DrArunWe wish you a best health at healthcare magic. Thank you,Dr. Arun Tank