Hey everyone,
So, I just had a ventilation system put in my attic, and the installers wouldn't do it unless I got rid of the glasswool insulation on the floor. The kicker is that I have an old asbestos roof and there's nothing protecting the attic from it. I was in a rush, a bit frustrated, and couldn't find a proper suit, so I just grabbed an FFP3 mask. Unfortunately, when I opened the packaging, I accidentally cut the mask without realizing it.
In my haste, I ended up removing about 200 m² of glasswool insulation, which was a sweaty and dusty mess. Now that I've showered, I'm freaking out a little because I noticed I had black particles in my nose afterwards. My mask was cut, and that really shocked me. I have this weird feeling in my lungs, but I keep telling myself it's not the asbestos since it takes decades to settle, right? It might just be the dust or the glasswool? I learned my lesson and won't be doing anything like this again, but honestly, I'm just trying to figure out how bad this might be for me.
Thanks for any insight!
2 Answers
You’re probably fine! The chances of you having significant exposure to asbestos are really low, especially if you just did this in a short burst. Construction dust can lead to some temporary symptoms like congestion, but just relax and let your body handle it.
Take a chill pill for a week—your body will clear out the dust naturally. It's repeated exposure that's the real issue. Just watch how you feel; you’ll likely be alright!
Thanks for the reassurance! I’ve read some scary stuff, and I’m trying not to freak out, especially since my girlfriend worries about health stuff.