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is a rare and aggressive cancer that primarily develops in the lining of the lungs (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum). It is most commonly caused by asbestos exposure , often occurring decades before symptoms appear . The Role of Asbestos Exposure mesothelioma and asbestos exposure
While all asbestos is hazardous, amphibole fibers (like blue or brown asbestos) are considered significantly more potent in causing mesothelioma than chrysotile (white) asbestos. Progression and Outlook This is for informational purposes only