Mesothelioma

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Mesothelioma is a specific type of cancer that is directly related to asbestos. Mesothelioma develops in the mesothelium which is the lining that encapsules many of the body’s organs but is the most common in the lungs and chest cavity. Mesothelioma is hard to detect because you may not have symptoms for many decades after [...]

Mesothelioma- Are You At Risk?

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Mesothelioma is a relatively rare type of cancer that occurs when cancerous cells grow in the mesothelium. The mesothelium is a protective lining that is on most of your internal organs. Typically, mesothelioma is attributed to asbestos exposure when someone inhales particles and they become lodged in the lungs. To be in the “at risk” [...]