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Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that attacks cells, called mesothelial cells that make up membrane lining in the chest and abdominal cavity.

The tissue called mesothelium, which is formed by the mesothelial cells, help protects the organs by producing a lubricating fluid that allows the organs to move without irritating nerves.

Almost always mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos but some researchers believe the virus SV40 can also be a factor. While mesothelioma affects the lungs, it is not a lung cancer. Smokers are at risk for lung cancer, which in effect could lead to contracting other asbestos-related diseases. Lung cancer is more common and arises in the lung as inner tissues opposed to mesothelioma, which develops in the tissue that covers the lung.
Mesothelioma is most commonly located in the pleural and peritoneal regions of asbestos exposed workers. Pleural mesothelioma is cancer of the pleura, the membrane that lines the lungs and chest cavity. Peritoneal mesothelioma is cancer of the peritoneum, the lining of the abdomen. Pleural mesothelioma can usually be diagnosed earlier than peritoneal mesothelioma. Both pleural and peritoneal cancer involves serosal membranes, which are delicate membranes composed of connective tissue. Mesothelioma normally begins in the lungs and spread to the abdominal lining, which worsens the condition. The invasive nature of the tumor on heart and lungs are usually the ending factor in the patient.

Malignant mesothelioma is rare and seldom curable. Those with malignant mesothelioma are expected to live just two years at the most. Patients who do not receive any treatment have a median survival rate of 4-12 months. Those who do receive treatment can prolong the span of their life.

The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos products, a fibrous mineral that is extremely toxic when it is inhaled, absorbed, or ingested.

Asbestos as the primary cause of mesothelioma

Asbestos is a type of insulation material, which was used widely in the past in the following industries:

Construction industry
Ship building industry
Automotive industry
Other manufacturing industries

Mesothelioma occurred most often in persons who worked in the above industries and were exposed to asbestos in their workplace. The use of asbestos was very widespread after 1945. However, first symptoms of mesothelioma may not become apparent 10-40 years after the initial exposure, which makes it very hard to diagnose. The peak in mesothelioma cases is expected to be reached around 2010 according to some studies. There are three most commonly used types of asbestos: white, brown, and blue. Brown and blue asbestos are most commonly associated with mesothelioma. Most countries have banned these types of asbestos in the 1990s.

Asbestos is a very dangerous substance and can cause a lot of damage to your health. It is made up of very small fibers, which can find their way to pleura (outside lining of the lung) and damage the cells pleura is made of. These fibers can also be carried on clothing, which makes them dangerous not only to the person exposed to asbestos, but to their family members as well.

Note of urgency

Mesothelioma is a life-threatening disease and cannot be left untreated. The sooner it is diagnosed the better a patient's chances are of fighting this deadly cancer. Please contact a qualified physician immediately if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with mesothelioma. Then contact a Jim S. Adler & Associates personal injury lawyer for a free case review.

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