Mesothelioma started in the period of early 1900’s and since then, there has been a significant increase in the number of reported cases. Just like other major diseases, Mesothelioma was discovered by a combination of medical research, science, courage as well as politics. The patients suffering from Mesothelioma experience host of symptoms. Some of the symptoms are wheezing or shortness of breath, hacking cough leading to abdominal or chest pain, bowel blockages, bloody cough or even anemia. It affects the lining of many organs in the body especially the lungs. Mesothelioma is mostly caused, when the person gets exposed to asbestos. Actually, 70% - 80% of the people suffering from Mesothelioma are due to such type of exposure, either directly or indirectly.

In 1929, the very first claim was brought against the asbestos manufacturers as well as employers. This case got settled but the lawyer didn’t agree to pursue more cases. However, in 1960, an enlightening article was introduced that stated the main cause of Mesothelioma to be asbestos. This was the first one pointing it out, after referring to about 30 cases of the people suffering from Mesothelioma. In some part of Western Australia, it was found that the schoolyards and the playgrounds were covered with the mine wastes which contained asbestos in it. In 1965, it was highlighted that people who actually live near the asbestos mining towns, but don’t even work in the mines, contracted Mesothelioma.

Presently, people are becoming aware about the dangers caused by asbestos and its worst effects on the person’s body, besides just causing Mesothelioma. They also accept the fact that, in most of the cases, Mesothelioma is caused by asbestos. Not only the people who get exposed to asbestos due to their jobs suffer from Mesothelioma, but their family members are also affected at some extent. Today, the cases of Mesothelioma related to asbestos are treated very seriously and even the companies have stopped being negligent.