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Definition and Types Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that primarily affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart. There are four main types of mesothelioma: Pleural Mesothelioma: This type affects the lining of the lungs and is the most common form. Peritoneal Mesothelioma: This type occurs in the lining of the abdomen. Pericardial Mesothelioma: This rare type affects the lining around the heart. Testicular Mesothelioma: The rarest form, affecting the lining around the testicles. How Mesothelioma Develops Mesothelioma develops when cells in the mesothelium, a protective lining, become abnormal and multiply uncontrollably. This can lead…