Blog: Mesothelioma
- What is the prognosis for mesothelioma patients?
Jun 5, 2019
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer linked to asbestos exposure. The cancer affects the mesothelium, which is the lining of the chest wall, abdomen and lungs. If you are exposed to asbestos or were exposed in the past, then it is very important that you know the signs and symptoms of mesothelioma. Catching this disease early can help you beat it. It’s difficult to cure, but remission is often possible if it’s caught in the...Read More - Are clinical trials a good way to treat mesothelioma?
May 22, 2019
Although mesothelioma is considered a terminal illness, there are some options that you can try to treat it. One of the things that patients can look into is the potential for treatment through clinical trials. Clinical trials are wonderful options because these new medications need to be tested and could be the right medication to reduce the impact of mesothelioma in a patient. Every trial is different, and it’s important that patients take the time...Read More - How will mesothelioma affect you?
May 7, 2019
Mesothelioma is talked about as if it’s some kind of unique disease, but the reality is that it’s simply a cancer caused by exposure to a toxin. It’s malignant and has the potential to spread like any other cancer in the body. Malignant mesothelioma does not have a good prognosis unless it’s caught extremely early. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to catch it in the early stages, since it often has no symptoms. How does mesothelioma...Read More - Know the 3 kinds of mesothelioma
Apr 23, 2019
Mesothelioma is perhaps best described as a malignant tumor (cancerous) within the body. While it’s assumed only to affect the lungs, it actually has the potential to affect the torso throughout. Asbestos can get into the body through breathing in fibers or by swallowing them. Every year, there are approximately 3,000 new cases of mesothelioma recorded by medical providers. These are usually linked to companies that have allowed their employees to come into contact with...Read More - Exposure to asbestos in the military can lead to mesothelioma
Apr 10, 2019
Did you know that veterans are at a higher risk of developing mesothelioma than others in the general population? This is the reality for veterans due to their exposure to asbestos on a more regular basis. Today, veterans who develop this cancer can ask for compensation through the Veterans Association. Disability benefits can be awarded if you have an illness caused by coming into contact with asbestos. However, you’ll need to show that: You did...Read More - What is peritoneal mesothelioma?
Mar 27, 2019
Mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer, can affect the lungs, abdomen or heart. While most people discuss how it affects a person’s breathing, it can also take a toll on other organs, specifically the abdomen and heart. Called peritoneal mesothelioma, this form of mesothelioma develops in the peritoneum, which is the lining of the abdomen. It is caused by ingesting asbestos fibers instead of breathing them in. Sometimes, the cancer develops as the fibers cause...Read More - Secondhand exposure can lead to mesothelioma
Mar 14, 2019
As the child of someone who worked with asbestos, you may want to know that secondary exposure could lead to your own health issues. Secondhand exposure can result when a parent or other party has asbestos fibers on their clothing, skin or hair. Here’s a good example of how secondhand asbestos exposure could occur. Imagine a child waiting for a parent to come home from work. That parent works with asbestos, so their clothing contains...Read More - Mesothelioma’s diagnosis can take time: Learn more
Mar 2, 2019
Mesothelioma is a dangerous and progressive disease. It is an asbestos-related disease typically caused by exposure to asbestos over time. This disease is difficult to diagnose, which is part of why it’s so hard to treat. Without being able to diagnose it early on, those with mesothelioma often suffer with the symptoms and side effects of the disease until the eventual diagnosis. By the time mesothelioma is diagnosed, the patient may have worsened significantly and...Read More - Is asbestos banned in the United States?
Feb 13, 2019
Mesothelioma is a serious complication of exposure to asbestos. Being exposed to asbestos doesn’t automatically mean that you’ll develop this disease, but it does make it more likely. There are some ways to reduce your likelihood of developing mesothelioma, though. The primary way is by preventing exposure to asbestos. For example, if you are removing insulation from an older home, consider wearing a mask in case the insulation contains asbestos fibers. You can also have...Read More - Who could get mesothelioma?
Jan 30, 2019
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that often develops as a result of exposure to asbestos. The main risk factor of pleural mesothelioma is asbestos exposure, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only cause. It may be caused by genetic factors or others, but the likelihood is that if a patient has it, they’ve been exposed to asbestos in the workplace, at school or in another environment. Asbestos fibers bury into the lungs and other...Read More