While all asbestos is hazardous, amphibole fibers (like blue or brown asbestos) are considered significantly more potent in causing mesothelioma than chrysotile (white) asbestos. Progression and Outlook
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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral used extensively in construction, manufacturing, and shipbuilding until the early 1980s. When asbestos fibers are inhaled or swallowed, they can become permanently trapped in the body's mesothelial linings, causing chronic irritation and genetic damage over time. While all asbestos is hazardous, amphibole fibers (like
is a rare and aggressive cancer that primarily develops in the lining of the lungs (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum). It is most commonly caused by asbestos exposure , often occurring decades before symptoms appear . The Role of Asbestos Exposure AI responses may include mistakes