15 Things You Don’t Know About Mesothelioma And Asbestosis
Mesothelioma and Asbestosis
Both diseases are triggered by exposure to asbestos There are some important differences between mesothelioma and asbestosis. Most importantly, mesothelioma can be a cancer while asbestosis isn't.
Mesothelioma develops in the linings of certain organs and tissues, including the lungs (pleura) or the membrane that is found in the abdominal cavity (peritoneum).
Mesothelioma is a difficult diagnosis because the symptoms are similar to those of other diseases. This is because asbestos-related diseases have a lengthy latency.
Signs and symptoms
Mesothelioma, also referred to as mesothelioma is a tumor that can cause cancer. It affects the tissue that surrounds organs and cavities in the body. It typically begins in the lungs but can also develop in oth...