Wednesday 20 February 2013

What is Mesothelium?


What is Mesothelium?
The tissue that lines your lungs, stomach, heart and other organs is called mesothelium. Mesothelium is cancer of that tissue. This is a rare and serious type of cancer.Usually starts in the lungs. Their are cases in which it starts in the abdomen or any other organs. People who inhale asbestos particles in their work or job can develop this cancer. It can take as long as 30 to 50 years between being around asbestos to get this disease. The line of treatment includes chemotherapy, radiation, surgery or all. 

Note: The Author of this article is not a medical expert & readers are advised to consult a specialist for information on mesothelioma.



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