A Guide to Mesothelioma

A Guide to Mesothelioma
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A Guide to Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Symptoms

Mesothelioma symptoms are common and indicative of other diseases and ailments. Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. It affects either the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneal mesothelioma), the lining of the heart (pericardial mesothelioma), or the lining of the lungs (pleural mesothelioma). People who have breathed in asbestos fibers as part of their job are most at risk.

Asbestos is a natural, fibrous mineral resistant to heat, fire, and electricity. Until the late 1970s, asbestos was widely used in the automotive, building, fireproofing, roofing, and shipbuilding industries. Commercial and residential adhesives, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, To day

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paint , a nd stos pla stic c t in ontai e. ned as besto , asbe is n us Mesothelioma can also develop gradually, up to fifty years after asbestos

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exposure, making it easy for a patient or physician to overlook the possibility of having it. For example, coughing and shortness of breath, symptoms of pleural mesothelioma, may be mistaken as an allergy, a cold, or pneumonia. Many times the cancer has advanced through the body before mesothelioma symptoms even appear.

There are three types of mesothelioma, sharing some common and some different symptoms. Generalized mesothelioma symptoms of the three types of mesothelioma include fatigue, fever, and unexplained weight loss. Mesothelioma symptoms that are more specific include:

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Peritoneal Mesothelioma - affects the abdominal lining. A cancerous tumor develops in the abdominal lining or abdominal cavity. Common peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms include abdominal lumps, abdominal pain, anemia, appetite loss, blood clots, chest pain, coughing, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, fever, fluid retention in the abdominal cavity, constipation, hernia, nausea, obstructions of the bowel, stomach pain, swelling, vomiting, and/or weight loss.

Pericardial Mesothelioma affects the lining around the heart. A cancerous tumor develops in the protective lining of the heart. Pericardial mesothelioma symptoms can be mistaken for a number of illnesses. They include chest pain, coughing, fluid retention, s r ap

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Pleural Mesothelioma - is the most common form of the disease. A cancerous tumor develops in the protective lung lining. Pleural mesothelioma symptoms include appetite loss, back pain, coughing up blood, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, coughing, fever, fluid in the lung lining, hoarseness, loss of senses, lung failure, paralysis, rib pain, shortness of breath, swelling, weakness, and/or weight loss.

As you can see, mesothelioma symptoms are vast and common, making diagnosis difficult without testing. If you or a loved one experiences any of the above mesothelioma symptoms, consult your physician and inquire about tests for mesothelioma, especially if you have a history of exposure to asbestos.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Support for Those Diagnosed Mesothelioma support is imperative for people diagnosed with the disease. With the right support, a person diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer can live a happy and less stressful life. Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer of the either the lining of the lungs (pleural mesothelioma), the lining of the heart (pericardial mesothelioma), or lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneal mesothelioma). Often diagnosed after the disease has spread, mesothelioma has an incubation period of up to fifty years after asbestos exposure.

Early diagnosis increases the chances of fighting mesothelioma, so those exposed to asbestos shou ld co nta ct a p hysic ian , e speci ally if sho ing sym pto ms. Th e symptoms

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of the three types of mesothelioma include: abdominal pain, anemia, appetite loss, back pain, blood clots, bowel obstruction, chest pain, coughing up blood, difficulty swallowing, fever, fluid retention, hernia, hoarseness, loss of senses, nausea, rapid or unusual heartbeat, rib pain, shortness of breath, stomach pain, swelling, vomiting, weakness, and/or weight loss.

Mesothelioma support is available for victims. Having a good support system will ensure protection -- not only for a patients life, but also for a patients rights, finances, and well-being. Seek mesothelioma support from family, friends, and clergy, but do not overlook the professional mesothelioma support groups out there. Mesothelioma support

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A Guide to Mesothelioma groups, online and otherwise, can help educate, provide counselors for emotional and financial support, and put patients in touch with other victims of mesothelioma.

First Contacts of Mesothelioma Support

Your best mesothelioma support will come from family, friends, and your church. Prepare necessary paperwork and get your finances and insurance in order.

Contact your local Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid offices. They may be able to help with living expenses, medical bills, and prescription costs.

They will also be able to help you with legal papers pertaining to your health.

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Additional Contacts of Support

There is no need to feel afraid and alone, take advantage of the mesothelioma support programs available to you. Cancer Information and Counseling Line helps people with cancer and their families.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma The American Institute for Cancer Research provides treatment information to mesothelioma patients.

The Alliance for Lung Cancer, Advocacy, Support and Education Support Groups is a source of national support groups.

Gilda's Club provides emotional support to mesothelioma patients.

Hospicelink offers information and advice about hospice care.

The Association of Cancer Online Resources manages a mailing list for mes ap

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Cancer Care provides free counseling to mesothelioma patients.

I Can Cope is a mesothelioma support program offered through The American Cancer Society that helps those diagnosed with mesothelioma cope through knowledge and a positive attitude.

Mesothelioma How to Cope Mesothelioma sufferers need support. The support of friends and family is

imperative to a person diagnosed with one of the three forms of mesothelioma cancer.
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A Guide to Mesothelioma The following tips will help both you and your friends and family deal with your new diagnosis. Join a Support Group - Ask your physician or hospital to recommend a good mesothelioma support group in your area or online. Getting advice, wisdom, and emotional support from others diagnosed with mesothelioma will help you learn how to best cope with the disease and treatments.

Share Your Experiences - Share everything you learn during your diagnosis and treatment for mesothelioma with others. Helping others to cope with mesothelioma will also help you.

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possible lawsuits and settlements you may be entitled to receive. Nothing may come out of it, but calling or setting up an appointment with a mesothelioma attorney could possibly be productive, depending on your circumstances. If you are unable to work because of your mesothelioma diagnosis, contact a mesothelioma attorney immediately.

Support Your Friends and Family - Although you are the one with mesothelioma, realize that your friends and family may need your support during this time. Keep their feelings in mind when making decisions. They may not outwardly show it, but they are just as frightened and afraid as you are.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Prepare for Sick Days Be prepared for sick days. You may feel worse during treatment for mesothelioma on certain days. Plan for those days when you just cannot do anything but stay at home. This includes having food and anything else on hand and ready to go.

Keep a Journal - Write down your thoughts, experiences, and feelings in a journal. Getting your emotions down on paper will help you cope and will give you a written record to look back at later.

Do not Hide It From Your Children - Do not hide your mesothelioma from your children. Children are smart and sensitive to their surroundings. You do not nee l

what is going on. Keeping your mesothelioma cancer a secret from your children will be exhausting.

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Keep Things as Normal as Possible - Dealing with mesothelioma is hard, but do your best to keep your family life as normal as possible.

Take it a Day at a Time - Take things a day at a time. Nobody knows what tomorrow will bring. Take a deep breath and enjoy right now. By living in the present instead of worrying about the future, you will be living.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Cancer The Different Stages of the Disease

Mesothelioma cancer strikes either the lining of the abdominal cavity, the lining of the heart, or the lining of the lungs. It is a difficult cancer to diagnose because the symptoms are common to many diseases and illnesses.

Mesothelioma cancer arises from exposure the asbestos. The incubation of mesothelioma cancer also makes diagnoses difficult. It can take up to fifty years after exposure to asbestos for the mesothelioma cancer to appear.

Many times the mesothelioma cancer has spread through the body before symptoms appear and a diagnosis confirmed. By the time symptoms appear, the mesothelioma cancer has usually already advanced, sometimes to a serious state, and treatment does little to cure the patient. There are several treatment choices for those diagnosed with mesothelioma.

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A patient undergoing treatment for mesothelioma cancer must know the different stages the cancer can undertake, revealing the extent of the disease. The staging system used for determining the stages of pleural mesothelioma cancer of the lung lining also determine the stages of peritoneal mesothelioma cancer of the abdominal lining and pericardial mesothelioma cancer of the heart lining.

Stage I Malignant mesothelioma cancer cells grow and multiply on one layer of lining. This is the lining of the lungs, the lining of the abdomen, or the lining of
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A Guide to Mesothelioma the heart, depending on the type of mesothelioma cancer. If the lymph nodes are not affected, the patient can usually recover through surgery.

Stage II - In this stage, the cancer attacks the esophagus, chest wall, heart, abdomen, or lungs. Fluid builds up between the membrane and lining. Common symptoms of Stage II include chest pain, cough, and shortness of breath. Sometimes the lymph nodes may enlarge in Stage II, but surgery may still be an option.

Stage III Malignant mesothelioma cells spread to the affected organs. The lymph nodes enlarge. The patient may suffer pain near the affected organs.

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Stage IV - This is the last, advanced, stage of the cancer called advanced mesothelioma cancer. Mesothelioma cancer cells penetrate the bloodstream and move to other organs in the body. Treatments other than surgery apply.

Physicians use x-rays, CAT scans, and an MRI to determine the stage of mesothelioma cancer. Once determined, the appropriate treatment can begin.

Much of the treatment involves chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. Other treatments include pain management and psychological help. Treatment depends on the location of the tumor, the stage the cancer is in, how far it has spread, age, overall health, and how the mesothelioma has metastasized.

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Mesothelioma Compensation Mesothelioma compensation? You have probably seen the television commercials. However, what does it mean to a mesothelioma patient? Are you entitled to receive mesothelioma compensation due to a mesothelioma diagnosis? The answer is not simple, but many people are receiving large sums. Exposure to asbestos causes mesothelioma, giving those diagnosed with mesothelioma the right to sue anyone responsible for their exposure. This includes the manufacturers of asbestos and asbestos products, the owners of asbestos factories and mines, and insurance companies.

The thought behind this is that the asbestos companies knew of the dangers, but did nothing to protect workers. The law views this as negligence since these companies did not provide safeguards to a known hazard. A mesothelioma patient has the right to mesothelioma compensation for medical expenses, loss of quality of life, pain, suffering, loss of loved ones, and more. Several legal issues do affect the amount of mesothelioma compensation a person diagnosed with mesothelioma can claim. For example, smokers have a higher chance of contracting mesothelioma. Therefore, a person who smokes will probably receive less mesothelioma compensation than a person who has never smoked. Mesothelioma patients have received enormous amounts of money in mesothelioma compensation lawsuits. Thanks to the media, it has been widely publicized,
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A Guide to Mesothelioma contributing to mesothelioma attorneys popping up in television commercials. Keep the following in mind when choosing the best mesothelioma compensation attorney for you. 1. Call your local Bar Association and ask for an experienced mesothelioma attorney recommendation.

2. Ask your physician and mesothelioma patients in your support group for a recommendation.

3. Inquire about your attorneys education, knowledge, and experience in representing mesothelioma compensation clients.

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6. Pay close attention to the fees charged. Some mesothelioma attorneys charge a fee to represent you and take a cut of any settlement you receive. Know what it will cost you if you win and if you do not.

7. Choose an attorney who agrees with the mesothelioma compensation you think fair. Base this on the negligence of your employers, any refused safeguards provided to you, the previous knowledge you had of asbestos dangers, medical bills, pain and suffering, your medical history and whether or not you are or were

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A Guide to Mesothelioma a smoker, and how much compensation your attorney has won for others in similar cases. Medical experts expect the number of mesothelioma cases to rise dramatically in the next few years because of the long incubation period. Due to government policies and lack of asbestos exposure since the late 1970s, diagnoses rates should then decline.

Mesothelioma Treatment Mesothelioma treatments vary due to the type and severity of the cancer. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is hard to diagnose. The symptoms of mesothelioma take a long time to appear a of

diseases and conditions.

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nd th ey a al n re i dentic hre al to sim pl sym ptom sever on-l ife t atening Mesothelioma treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, dual therapy,

intraoperative photodynamic therapy, immunoaugmentative therapy, gene therapy, and alternative medicine. Mesothelioma Treatment 1 - Surgery In this mesothelioma treatment, a surgeon removes the cancerous cells from the lining of the lungs, lining of the abdomen, or lining of the heart, depending on the type of mesothelioma. Surgery is usually only effective in patients where the cancer has not spread to other parts of the body. In pleura mesothelioma, surgeons may perform aggressive surgery and remove one of the lungs to keep the cancer from spreading.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Treatment 2 Chemotherapy With this mesothelioma treatment, chemotherapy drugs treat the tumors in the body. The drugs travel through the body via the bloodstream, killing off infected cancer cells.

Mesothelioma Treatment 3 Radiation With this mesothelioma treatment, radiation doses kill the cancer cells. The heart, lungs, and other organs are at risk of damage from radiation, so this mesothelioma treatment receives close monitoring.

Mesothelioma Treatment 4 Dual Therapy With this mesothelioma treatment, both chemotherapy and radiation accompany surgery to kill off any

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Mesothelioma Treatment 5 (IPT) Intraoperative Photodynamic Therapy With this mesothelioma treatment, a patient is injected with special drugs that make cancer cells sensitive to light a few days before surgery. During surgery, a special light locates the cancer for surgeons to remove. Lasers set to a specific frequency may destroy cancerous cells in intraoperative photodynamic therapy.

Mesothelioma Treatment 6 (IAT) Immunoaugmentative Therapy With this mesothelioma treatment, the bodys immune system is strengthened with

substances called biological response modifiers. These substances improve the immune systems ability to recognize and destroy cancerous cells.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Treatment 7 Gene Therapy With this mesothelioma treatment, physicians modify a patients genes therapeutically, giving the body a greater ability to fight the disease.

Mesothelioma Treatment 8 Alternative Medicine With alternative or complimentary medicine, offer treatments that include acupuncture and massage for pain relief, ginger for nausea, and more. Patients interested in alternative or complimentary should consult their physician. Some alternative therapies may interfere with medical treatments. Typically not covered by insurance, alternative therapies usually accompany medical treatment.

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Meso tions the lio ma L egal Op Mesothelioma patients may not only be entitled to medical care. Legal help and monetary compensation are usually also available. Authorities consider mesothelioma an occupational disease, so companies may be liable for employees diagnosed with the disease. Employees exposed to asbestos in the course of their job can file lawsuits against their employers. Many of these lawsuits settle before ever going to trial. Those diagnosed with mesothelioma have a good chance of receiving compensation if they can establish a strong case of negligence against a company. Some courts protect certain companies from lawsuits.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma By filing a lawsuit with many complainants, the case will stand up stronger and will usually result in more compensation. Each state has regulations in regards to filing and handling mesothelioma claims. Time limits apply and vary by state. The best advice is to seek legal help directly after receiving a mesothelioma diagnoses. Always seek a qualified attorneys advice if you believe you contracted mesothelioma through your job. A company that did not practice protective measures may be liable, entitling you to compensation. Attorneys who specialize in representing mesothelioma victims best handle a mesothelioma case. There are many challenges to putting together a successful lawsuit including id a nd pr entif y g g th th e sour ce of asb es tos ex posu

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ovin e em plo yers fault. Most mesothelioma lawsuits end with settlement and never go to trail. Many

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times settlement provides adequate compensation but probably not as much as if going to a full trial. Settlement is usually more convenient and better than going to trial, especially since the victim is also dealing with a deadly disease and may not want to spend their time in a courtroom. Some people feel settlement has the disadvantage of not receiving as much compensation as a court ruling would provide. Many times acceptance of a settlement relieves the admission of guilt and many feel justice has not been done.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer. Some diagnosed with mesothelioma are entitled to receive multi-million dollar settlements, depending on the fault of their employer. Courts usually take pain, suffering, and the family left behind into consideration when making a judgment. Mesothelioma lawsuits are serious and not filed for frivolous reasons. These settlements cover medical bills, pain, suffering, and financial hardships due to a mesothelioma diagnosis. The families of mesothelioma victims may also receive mesothelioma settlements due to the loss of a loved one, suffering, and financial hardships experienced. Peritoneal Mesothelioma

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targets the lining of the abdomen.

When the cancer has spread, physicians call it diffuse peritoneal mesothelioma. Peritoneal mesothelioma begins when a person breathes in asbestos fibers, usually as part of their job. Asbestos is a natural mineral, resistant to heat, fire, and electricity. Until the late 1970s, it was widely used in the automotive, building, fireproofing, roofing, and shipbuilding industries. Adhesives, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, paint, and many plastics contained asbestos. Easily released into the air, asbestos fibers are tiny, allowing workers to breathe them into their lungs. The above industries no longer use asbestos. Asbestos removal is a tedious process using protective clothing and respirators.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma The asbestos fibers enter the body and move to the digestive system, slicing through the stomach and intestines. In peritoneal mesothelioma, the asbestos fibers puncture the abdominal lining, responsible for secreting lubrication for the organs to process food. A cancerous tumor forms in the abdominal lining. The latency period for mesothelioma can be up to fifty years with symptoms remaining dormant after exposure. By the time symptoms appear, the peritoneal mesothelioma has usually progressed and spread through the body. Also adding difficulty, the symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma are common, and with such a long incubation period after exposure, a physician may treat a patient for the wrong illness, such as indigestion or heartburn.

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The com m on sy mptom s of per ito meso thel ioma incl ude a bdo mi and/or weight loss.

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pain, anemia, appetite loss, blood clots, chest pain, coughing, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, fever, fluid retention in the abdominal cavity, constipation, hernia, nausea, obstructions of the bowel, stomach pain, swelling, vomiting,

Treatment options for peritoneal mesothelioma depend on the extent the cancer has progressed. Other factors include the patients age, health, and medical history. Typical treatment options include: Chemotherapy The most common treatment for peritoneal mesothelioma, chemotherapy may kill cancerous cells.

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Radiation Radiation therapy may shrink a peritoneal mesothelioma tumor and kill cancer cells.

Surgery Surgery for peritoneal mesothelioma involves removing portions of the abdominal lining, tumor, and possibly part of the diaphragm.

New treatments for peritoneal mesothelioma include dual therapy, intraoperative photodynamic therapy, immunoaugmentative therapy, gene therapy, and alternative medicine.

An easy cure for peritoneal mesothelioma may be just around the corner. If you have had p ast ex po s ure to asb estos , ge t t sted imme dia tely f or th e th ree type s of

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mesothelioma: peritoneal mesothelioma (cancer of the abdominal lining), pleural mesothelioma (cancer of the lung lining), or pericardial mesothelioma (cancer of the heart lining). Pericardial Mesothelioma Pericardial mesothelioma is a deadly and painful form of cancer that targets the lining of the heart. When the cancer has spread, physicians call it diffuse pericardial mesothelioma. Pericardial mesothelioma begins when a person breathes in asbestos fibers, usually as part of their job. Asbestos is a natural mineral, resistant to heat, fire, and electricity. Until the late 1970s, it was widely used in the automotive, building,
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A Guide to Mesothelioma fireproofing, roofing, and shipbuilding industries. Adhesives, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, paint, and many plastics contained asbestos. Easily released into the air, asbestos fibers are tiny, allowing workers to breathe them into their lungs. The above industries no longer use asbestos. Asbestos removal is a tedious process using protective clothing and respirators. The asbestos fibers enter the body and move to the heart lining, or pericardium, by means of blood circulation from the lungs. The asbestos fibers expand, disrupting and causing a pericardial mesothelioma cancerous tumor in the heart lining. The latency period for pericardial mesothelioma can be up to fifty years with symptoms remaining dormant after exposure. By the time symptoms appear, the pericardial mesothelioma has usually progressed. Also adding difficulty, the symptoms of pericardial mesothelioma are common and with such a long incubation period after exposure, a physician may treat you for the wrong illness. Pericardial mesothelioma symptoms can be mistaken for a number of illnesses and ailments, making it difficult to diagnose without the correct testing. The symptoms of pericardial mesothelioma include chest pain, coughing, fluid retention, shortness of breath, and/or rapid and unusual heartbeat. Treatment options for pericardial mesothelioma depend on the extent the cancer has progressed. Other factors include the patients age, health, and medical history. Treatment options usually include:

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A Guide to Mesothelioma Chemotherapy The most common treatment for pericardial mesothelioma, chemotherapy may kill cancerous cells.

Radiation Radiation therapy may shrink a pericardial mesothelioma tumor and kill cancer cells.

Surgery Surgery for pericardial mesothelioma involves removing the tumor and possibly portions of the heart lining or pericardium. New treatments for pericardial mesothelioma include dual therapy, intraoperative

photodynamic therapy, gene therapy, immunoaugmentative therapy, and alternative medicine. A cure for pericardial mesothelioma may be just around the corner for sufferers of this disease. If you have had past exposure to asbestos, get tested immediately for the three types of mesothelioma: peritoneal mesothelioma (cancer of the abdominal lining), pleural mesothelioma (cancer of the lung lining), or pericardial mesothelioma (cancer of the heart lining).

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