I have a pleural thickening in my lungs, possible asbestosis, but only a biopsy can find out for sure.?

Question by FiddlerJim: I have a pleural thickening in my lungs, possible asbestosis, but only a biopsy can find out for sure.?
What benefit would a biopsy be? Would knowing if I have asbestosis or not be of any benefit to me. Doc says there is no treatment anyway, but if I don't have it that might make me feel better.


Best answer:
Answer by formerly_bobA biopsy would be beneficial if the problem turns out to be a treatable problem. If the docs are not certain the problem is

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