How might I get mesothelioma?
Currently, the only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. If you worked in an industry where the use of asbestos was prevalent – such as shipbuilding or construction – you probably inhaled dangerous asbestos fibers. Second-hand exposure to asbestos, caused by inhaling asbestos dust from the clothes of someone who worked with the material or by living near an asbestos mine or factory, can also cause you to develop the disease.
