When you, or a loved one, is diagnosed with a potentially life threatening cancer, such as mesothelioma, it can be a very frightening and confusing time for you and your family. However, understanding the causes of this disease and knowing what your options are can help you to face those fears and make informed decisions that are right for you. Understanding mesothelioma is an important step in helping you to cope with this deadly disease.

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer in which the malignant cells grow in a lining that protects the vital organs such as the lung; this layer is called the mesothelium, from which the disease gets its name. Although normally found around the lungs,
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