Mesothelioma is a disease whose only known cause is exposure to Asbestos. When Asbestos fibers are inhaled, they can lodge in the cells of the Mesothelium, a membrane that lines the abdominal cavity, heart and lungs. Find out more about the Mesothelium and the disease and cancer that affect these areas, at our website. If you live in the Oakland area, call us today to review your case.