Florida Mesothelioma Attorney, Facts and Figures

One of the reasons for this high mortality rate is the late recognition of Mesothelioma as a cause of death. Mesothelioma was officially marked by government as a legitimate disease in 1999. By this time, hundreds and thousands had died or were suffering from Mesothelioma. It can also be said that to an extent, this mortality rate can be inaccurate.

Being a very dangerous disease, Mesothelioma can kill a person within 16 to 18 months after its first symptoms appear. These symptoms appear after a long latency period ranging from 20-50 years leading to breathing problems, stomach aches or pains. By the time symptoms are observed, it is too late to take proper action. Lung and stomach lining are the most vulnerable areas where this cancer attacks..

Mesothelioma cases cropped up in large numbers in late 1980’s. This was due to commercial use of asbestos till this period. In World War II, asbestos use was increased in America to build war ships. It was after 20-30 years that symptoms of Mesothelioma started appearing.