Mesothelioma - Chances of Getting Mesothelioma From Asbestos Exposure Exposure to asbestos can increase the mesothelioma risk. It's not known whether the risk decreases after exposure ends. A mesothelioma occurs when asbestos fibers get stuck in the lung's lining (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum). There are several kinds of mesothelioma. There
