Mesothelioma and Work Exposure Mesothelioma is more common among those who work with asbestos. Construction workers, firefighters and military veterans are at a higher risk. Mesothelioma primarily affects the lining of the lungs (pleural mesothelioma) or the abdomen. In rare cases it can affect the testicles or the heart. Consult https://vimeo.com/705060671