In general, cancer begins as a series of genetic mutations occur in a cell, allowing the cell to grow and multiply out of control. It is unclear what the underlying cause genetic mutations that lead to mesothelioma, even though scientists factors that may increase the risk have been identified. It is likely that cancers are characterized by interaction of many factors, including genetic diseases, their environment, their health and lifestyle causes.
Mesothelioma does not contain a non-cancerous non-cancerous (benign), which occur on the chest, is sometimes called malignant mesothelioma. However, this term is misleading. Mesothelioma Benin not in the same cells, which start in forms of mesothelioma cancer to begin. And in a minority of cases, malignant mesothelioma can be very aggressive, although the word Benin . For this reason, some doctors now refer to this tumor solitary fibrous tumor.
Solitary fibrous tumor usually causes no symptoms and signs. Most cases are discovered accidentally during tests and procedures for other conditions.
It is not known what causes solitary fibrous tumors but not linked to asbestos exposure. The treatment of solitary fibrous tumor usually involves surgery.
