Trump = Make Asbestos Great Again

Asbestos exposure causes mesothelioma by triggering chronic inflammation and DNA damage in the mesothelium, the lining of body cavities like the lungs and abdomen. When asbestos fibers are inhaled or ingested, they can become lodged in these tissues, causing irritation and scarring. This chronic irritation, over decades, can lead to genetic mutations and uncontrolled cell growth, ultimately resulting in malignant mesothelioma tumors, according to the American Cancer Society and the Mesothelioma Center.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

1. 1. Exposure and Entry:
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   Asbestos fibers, released into the air from damaged products, are inhaled or ingested.
   
   
2. • 2. Lodging in Tissues:
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     These fibers, being very small and needle-like, can become lodged in the mesothelium, the lining of the lungs (pleura), abdomen (peritoneum), or heart (pericardium).
     
   • 3. Inflammation and Scarring:
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     The presence of asbestos fibers in the mesothelium causes chronic inflammation and the formation of scar tissue.
     
   • 4. DNA Damage:
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     This chronic inflammation can damage the DNA of mesothelial cells, the cells that make up the mesothelium.
     
   • 5. Uncontrolled Cell Growth:
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     Damaged DNA can lead to uncontrolled cell growth and division, resulting in the formation of malignant mesothelioma tumors.
     
   • 6. Tumor Development and Spread:
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     These tumors can grow and spread to other parts of the body, leading to the various symptoms and stages of mesothelioma.

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