Mesothelioma vs. Lung Cancer: What’s the Difference After Asbestos Exposure?
Key Takeaways Mesothelioma and lung cancer are separate cancers, even though both can be caused by asbestos exposure. Pleural mesothelioma begins in the pleura, the tissue surrounding the lungs and lining the chest cavity, while lung cancer begins within the lungs or airways. Asbestos exposure causes most cases of mesothelioma and is also a known […]
