The Truth Behind Asbestos Exposure
The tissue that lines the lungs is called the mesothelium. Mesothelioma, caused primarily by sustained inhalation of asbestos fibers over a long period of time, is a cancer of the mesothelium. People at risk for mesothelioma are usually those who work in construction sites where exposure to asbestos is high. People who work in automotive industries are also susceptible to asbestos exposure. Family members who are in constant contact with workers who are highly exposed to asbestos fibers in their ….
