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Mesothelioma: The Latest Daunting Cancer

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Mesothelioma is a unique and self-asserting form of cancer. It develops itself in thin layers of cells lining the body's organs, particularly lungs, abdomen, and heart. Even though most forms of cancer are now treatable, the treatment of Mesothelioma remains a study which has not yet been successful. The only cause of Mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos, which is one of the six silicate minerals found in the Earth. Asbestos mining was greatly enhanced in the 19th century when builders realized its rare and exceptional qualities. The danger of Mesothelioma inhalation was realized too late when cases of this cancer started pouring down from all over the world. This cancer has three types, the most common being Pleural Mesothelioma, which develops in lungs, Peritoneal Mesothelioma, which develops in the abdomen, Pericardial Mesothelioma, which develops in heart, and Testicular Mesothelioma being the least common with only about 100 cases. This cancer has four stages; in the...