Mesothelioma and Work Exposure Mesothelioma is more frequent among those who work with asbestos. Firefighters, construction workers and military veterans are at higher risk. Mesothelioma is primarily a problem with the lung lining (pleural mesothelioma) or the abdomen. In rare instances, it may affect the testicles and the heart. Consult https://vimeo.com/705020438