Resulting from long-term or high-level exposure to asbestos, mesothelioma is a cancer that is directly linked to asbestos exposure and for which there is currently no cure. Research continues into treatment for mesothelioma, and although there have been some recent breakthroughs in terms of treatment that can slightly prolong the life of a mesothelioma patient, there is yet to be a breakthrough in treatment that will provide a cure for this form of cancer.
There are several types of mesothelioma, each of which affects a different part of the body. This cancer can take many decades to manifest following exposure, and the latency period average around twenty to forty years. Once the symptoms do manifest however, the lifespan of the patient can be dramatically reduced to a matter of months in some cases. Diagnosis of this cancer can be very difficult too, as many of the symptoms are non-specific and could therefore be attributed to one of a range of less serious diseases.
The three main types of mesothelioma include: pleural mesothelioma, which is a cancer that affects the lining of the lungs; peritoneal mesotheliona, which is a cancer that affects the abdominal cavities and lining; and pericardial mesothelioma, which is a cancer that affects the lining and cavities surrounding the heart. Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of the disease.
If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, there are a number of treatments available that could help to ease the symptoms and ease the severity of the problem. Radiation treatment, surgery, and chemotherapy are among the traditional options that may be put forward by your doctor, although the method of treatment chosen will often depend upon other factors, such as your health, age, and general condition, as well as the severity and location of the cancer.
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