Mesothelioma is a type of cancer, which is always caused due to asbestos exposure. In cancer the cells of body starts growing in an uncontrollable or abnormal manner, leading to formation of tumors in 90% of the cases.
The name mesothelioma denotes to defect in mesothelium layer, which is composed of mesothelial cells. This mesothelium layer is the outer protective covering of the major organs of the body like lungs, heart, stomach etc. This layer also surrounds internal reproductive organs of males and females.
The mesothelioma is a cancer of this layer which is resultant of unprotected and usual exposure to asbestos. The cells of mesothelium start behaving very abnormally in this disease.
The main victims of this disease are the workers whose jobs involve contact with asbestos particles. The inhalation of asbestos dust, particles or fibres directly or indirectly leads to this disease.
Also diagnosis of this disease is very difficult, as the symptoms starts appearing after 20-25 years of exposure to asbestos. In this cancer, compensation via asbestos lawsuits is a significant issue. Mesothelioma Attorney or Lawyers are specially hired in these cases for compensating mesothelioma patients.
