How Do Doctors Differentiate Mesothelioma From Lung Cancer?
We often confuse mesothelioma with lung cancer. Mesothelioma attacks the lung's protective lining, while lung cancer develops within the tissue itself. Asbestos exposure not only promotes mesothelioma but also increases the risk of lung cancer, particularly among smokers.
Asbestos exposure is the most significant risk factor for mesothelioma.
