Desmoplastic Mesothelioma
In general, the risk of developing mesothelioma increases with increasing exposure to asbestos. However, there are also individual differences in reaction to asbestos. Some people will develop mesothelioma with very little exposure while others require much greater exposure. Not all individuals exposed to asbestos develop the disease.
There is evidence to suggest that individuals living with asbestos workers have a higher risk of developing mesothelioma. This may be because of asbestos particles carried home by the workers on their clothes, body, and hair. Asbestos workers are usually required to shower before leaving work to avoid exposing others to asbestos particles.
There are other possible causes of mesothelioma. Some research suggests that mesothelioma can be caused by exposure to thorium dioxide, a radioactive substance. From the 1920s to the 1950s thorium dioxide was used in certain x-rays. The material was found to be carcinogenic and it is no longer is use.
There is evidence that a family history of mesothelioma increases the risk of developing the disease. It is not uncommon for more than one person in a household to develop the disease. The reason for this is unknown. There may be a genetic component to the development of the disease. However, the higher incidence among family members could be due to environmental influences.
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