Risk Factors for Mesothelioma
| About risk factors: Risk factors for Mesothelioma are factors that do not seem to be a direct cause of the disease, but seem to be associated in some way. Having a risk factor for Mesothelioma makes the chances of getting a condition higher but does not always lead to Mesothelioma. Also, the absence of any risk factors or having a protective factor does not necessarily guard you against getting Mesothelioma. For general information and a list of risk factors, see the risk center. |
Risk factor list: The list of risk factors mentioned for Mesothelioma in various sources includes:
- Asbestos exposure
- Crocidolite - a type of asbestos
- Smoking
Risks factors for Mesothelioma: medical news summaries: The following medical news items are relevant to risk factors for Mesothelioma:
Last revision: June 2, 2003
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