Pleural mesothelioma is by far the most common type of this very serious form of cancer, and it affects the lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma much rarer, but it’s the second most common type. Up to about a fifth of mesothelioma cases are peritoneal. It too is often...
People often ask why asbestos fibers that are inhaled stay in the lungs or other parts of the body and end up causing mesothelioma and other diseases – generally years later. Why doesn’t the body filter them out on its own? To answer this, let’s take a brief look at...
One of the most frustrating aspects of any kind of cancer treatment, including chemo and radiation for mesothelioma or another asbestos-related cancer, is the fact that nausea is a common side effect. When you’re struggling to stay as well as possible, you need good...
Professionals who have been exposed to asbestos on the job and their close family members may eventually develop a host of different and potentially very serious medical issues. Multiple types of cancer, including lung cancer and mesothelioma, have a strong...
You’re sick, exhausted and psychologically weary. The mere thought of getting up and moving around seems pointless. This is how many of those with asbestos-related lung cancer and illnesses feel every day. Living with a fatal illness does not typically inspire one to...
What are clinical trials? They are controlled tests of new drugs, medical devices or treatments to determine their value in mitigating severe health conditions like mesothelioma. Unfortunately, you cannot know in advance if enrolling in a trial will lead to a...
If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, you must discuss treatment options with your doctor. While there is no cure, several treatment options can improve your quality of life. While the right treatment for you depends on your situation, there is something to prepare...
For decades, asbestos was used by manufacturers of countless products. Today, it is known to be a deadly carcinogen that can result in serious diseases. Thanks to modern knowledge about asbestos and what it can do, few manufacturers still use it. While true, you may...
Asbestos may be a naturally-occurring substance, but it is also often deadly. Exposure on the job or because of a loved one's employment could lead to cancer and other debilitating illnesses years later. Tragically, people find themselves in need of financial...
Many people who work in dangerous professions, including shipyard workers, factory employees and mechanics, go into their blue-collar professions because they want to provide a decent standard of living for their families. They work long hours performing manual labor...