Articles Posted in Mesothelioma Medical

There are many reasons to look forward to the holidays. The holidays are a time for loved ones to get together to enjoy traditions and create cherished memories. It is a time to give and receive gifts and eat delicious meals. However, for mesothelioma patients, the holiday season can bring unique challenges. Unfortunately, mesothelioma patients…

Mesothelioma, a form of cancer that affects the tissue layer that covers most internal organs, is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring minerals. These minerals, which occur as masses of strong, flexible fibers, were widely used in the 20th century to insulate, strengthen, and fireproof…

Mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive type of cancer that affects the mesothelium (the protective membrane covering most internal organs), is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. Unfortunately, there is still no cure for mesothelioma. However, there are several mesothelioma treatment options. After a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma and undergoes treatment, they may experience weakness and…

Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive form of cancer. Every year, there are about 3,000 new mesothelioma cases in the United States. This disease, which develops in the mesothelium (a membrane that covers the lungs, abdomen, heart, and testes), is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. There is still no cure for mesothelioma, but there are several…

Asbestos, a mineral once praised for its heat resistance and insulating properties, has become known for its health hazards. When a person is exposed to asbestos fibers, they can develop various illnesses, including mesothelioma and asbestosis. Even though both of these illnesses are caused by asbestos, there are several differences. However, mesothelioma and asbestos also…

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that develops after a person is exposed to asbestos fibers. This disease primarily develops in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart. Often, mesothelioma develops in the lining of the lungs. Mesothelioma can cause many debilitating symptoms. One of the debilitating symptoms of mesothelioma is…

Most people with cancer experience some level of anxiety. Anxiety means feeling worried, uncomfortable, or scared. A cancer patient may experience anxiety at different times during treatment and recovery. It is normal for cancer patients to experience some level of anxiety. According to one particular study, almost 30% of all cancer patients experience anxiety at…

Mesothelioma is one of the illnesses that can develop after a person is exposed to asbestos. This cancer mainly affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart. This illness is rare, with statistics showing that 3,000 new cases are diagnosed in the United States yearly. Unfortunately, mesothelioma is extremely aggressive, given its evasion of…

Receiving the news that you or a loved one has mesothelioma can be shocking and distressing. It can be difficult for a family to navigate a mesothelioma diagnosis. This is especially true if there are children in the family. It can be difficult to tell children about a mesothelioma diagnosis. Often, parents struggle to tell…

Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that affects thousands of people in the United States every year. Unfortunately, there is still no cure for mesothelioma. The good news, however, is that there are several mesothelioma treatment options. One of the treatment options for mesothelioma is surgery. Mesothelioma surgery can be done to relieve pain…