Mesothelioma and Asbestos

It really depends on how much you’ve been exposed to. It takes repeated, extended periods of exposure for mesothelioma to develop; but, once exposed to a significant amount, the asbestos fibers can cause damage to your mesothelial cells (they make up the lining that goes around your thoracal cavity (called a pleura), abdominal cavity (peritoneum), as well as heart sac (pericardium), as well as develop into mesothelioma. The more of it you’re around, the longer, as well as the younger you are at exposure, the more likely it is for you to develop mesothelioma – because it can take years to develop.

There’s a lot of really large information at www.asbestosnews.com, including a ton of links to more information, so definitely check it out!