What Your Body Is Actually Doing During Mesothelioma

Key Takeaways Mesothelioma develops when asbestos fibers become trapped in the mesothelium, triggering chronic inflammation and damaging healthy cells over many years. The body’s immune system attempts to remove asbestos fibers, but many fibers cannot be broken down, leading to persistent irritation and inflammation. As mesothelioma tumors grow, they can thicken the lining around the […]