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- What do you do after asbestos exposure occurs?
Aug 20, 2021
Asbestos was once a common mineral weaved into tiling, roof shingles, insulation, and more. Asbestos’s resistance to heat made it valuable, but people did not know that asbestos dust presented extreme dangers. Some older Pennsylvania buildings might still contain asbestos, and anyone exposed to it may worry about adverse health reactions. Long-term asbestos exposure could result in cancer, so it would be prudent to take health-conscious steps after being exposed. After discovering the exposure The...Read More - Radiation may not help mesothelioma patients
Aug 17, 2021
There are many people in Pennsylvania who suffer from mesothelioma due to years of exposure to asbestos. One of the accepted treatments for this lung condition is surgery combined with radiation. However, researchers from Duke University Medical Center are challenging the radiation portion of that treatment plan. Survival rate does not increase with radiation According to the Duke researchers, adjuvant hemithoracic radiation that is used to treat mesothelioma patients does not increase the patients’ likelihood...Read More - Different types of asbestos that cause disease
Aug 10, 2021
Though the use of asbestos is now strongly controlled, it is a good idea to know the different disease-causing types. Being aware of these types of asbestos and where they are used can help you determine whether or not you were exposed to them in Pennsylvania. What is asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was at one time widely used in construction. There are two families including amphibole mineral and serpentine mineral. Amphibole...Read More - How a loved one’s industrial career could cause your mesothelioma
Aug 6, 2021
Certain kinds of cancer have strong medical correlations with personal behavior. Lung cancer, throat cancer and cancer of the mouth all have strong correlations with tobacco use. Liver cancer is common in those with alcohol addiction issues. The jobs that people do can also increase their likelihood of developing certain cancers. If you never worked with hazardous materials or in an industrial setting, a diagnosis with mesothelioma can seem like a mystery. After all, mesothelioma...Read More - Asbestos exposure and symptoms
Jul 28, 2021
Though asbestos has been regulated by law over the years, it still gets used in many industries in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Asbestos is a fibrous substance known for its heat-resistant properties, which makes it a preferred material for building. However, asbestos has been linked to mesothelioma and other lung diseases from inhaling it. Overview of asbestos The U.S. Department of Health classifies asbestos as a carcinogen, or a cancer-causing agent. If asbestos gets inhaled, it may...Read More - Drug study shows promising results for those with mesothelioma
Jul 27, 2021
A promising study shows that a specific combination of drugs might offer hope for people in Pennsylvania who are suffering from advanced mesothelioma of the peritoneal lining. While mesothelioma of the peritoneal lining is rarer than pleural mesothelioma, the treatment regimen is largely the same. In the early stages of the disease, platinum chemotherapy is used as a first-line treatment. However, when the cancer is at an advanced stage, there currently is not a recommended...Read More - Defining chrysotile asbestos
Jul 19, 2021
Older Pennsylvania residents will remember that asbestos was once hailed as a miracle material. It’s strong, lightweight and flame-resistant. At one time, asbestos was used in everything from house siding to book covers and insulation. That was before people realized that it could have negative impacts on human health. Some types of asbestos can cause serious conditions asbestosis and mesothelioma. Classifying asbestos Asbestos is a naturally occurring material that can be sourced by mining. For...Read More - Which tests diagnose mesothelioma?
Jul 12, 2021
Mesothelioma is a serious and life-threatening cancer that affects the mesothelial cells, which are found in most of the body’s internal organs. The cancer begins outside of the lung within the lung membrane itself. While cancer begins developing in the lung and its surrounding membrane, it is not considered standard lung cancer. Due to its unique nature, mesothelioma is treated differently than traditional lung cancers even those that are difficult to treat and/or cure. What...Read More - Were you exposed to asbestos from household items?
Jun 28, 2021
While most news reports highlight asbestos exposure as it relates to at-risk occupations such as heavy industry and construction work, it is not uncommon for individuals to suffer deadly exposure in the comfort of their own homes. Even though this could mean the construction materials such as roofing, siding, tile or pipes, there are numerous consumer products that could ultimately prove just as dangerous. Even in the home, individuals turn a cautious eye toward materials...Read More - Mesothelioma has many possible symptoms
Jun 25, 2021
Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer. Most cases in Pennsylvania come from asbestos exposure. Though there are treatments, they can only improve your quality of life and give you more time. Since there isn’t a cure, mesothelioma is always deadly. One of the most alarming features of this disease is its long latency period. A latency period is the time between when a disease starts to develop and when you first experience symptoms. The...Read More