Mesothelioma Treatment

New improved mesothelioma therapy using the latest radiation technology is helping to improve the outlook for today’s mesothelioma patients.  Called proton therapy, it gives oncologists and radiologists a much more precise and powerful therapeutic tool to aim at mesothelioma.  And it gives mesothelioma patients an option for mesothelioma therapy that is less invasive and more successful. The Advantage of Mesothelioma Therapy with the New Proton Tool Mesothelioma therapy that involves radiation therapy can often be problematic because of the potential risk to sensitive tissue. This typically … [Read more...]

A mesothelioma diagnosis is a terrifying experience. It means you have an aggressive type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Your approach should be three-pronged: Emotional - Seek counseling for yourself and your family through your doctor’s office or your church to help you cope with your mesothelioma diagnosis. Legal -  Seek specialized legal assistance to help you identify those responsible for your asbestos exposure and to help you obtain both financial help for your medical treatment, and the justice you deserve. Medical -  Work with your doctor and medical care team to … [Read more...]

Your mesothelioma treatment is your new job.  It’s something you’ve never done before and like with any new job, your mesothelioma treatment is going to need you to give it the best effort you possibly can muster.  And as with most new jobs, to do well you’re going to need some support from your team and some good strategies. Consider Mesothelioma Circle part of your support team. You can look to us for information on new mesothelioma treatments, how to optimize your current mesothelioma treatment plan and tips on how to live as fully as you can with mesothelioma.  10 Mesothelioma Treatment … [Read more...]

For decades, there were few new developments in the treatment of mesothelioma and other types of cancer. Recent years, however, have seen exciting new breakthroughs. One of the most promising is mesothelioma immunotherapy. Mesothelioma Immunotherapy Turns Good Cells Against Bad The strongest disease fighter – stronger than most drugs – is our body’s own immune system. One of the reasons that mesothelioma, and cancer in general, is so hard to treat is that the cancer cells find ways of tricking or disabling immune responses that would otherwise kill rogue cancer cells. Mesothelioma … [Read more...]

For some of us, getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge at the best of times. During mesothelioma treatment, sleep is even more important, but it may be harder to come by. Read on for information about mesothelioma treatment and sleep – and how you can get more of it. How Sleep Helps Mesothelioma Treatment Studies increasingly show links between lack of sleep and diseases, including cancer. Why we need to sleep is still a mystery to scientists, but a growing body of research shows how important sleep is to our health. Each night, we cycle through different sleep phases, from a light … [Read more...]

According to the American Cancer Society, in the United States, mesothelioma is a rather rare form of cancer accounting for roughly 3,000 new diagnosed cases each year. If you have been recently diagnosed with mesothelioma, one of the most critically important actions you can take is to gather as much information as possible about the disease. The biggest part of the mesothelioma resources gathering process is family and friend participation. Don't be shy. Ask for help, organize your searches, and encourage feedback about what you have all uncovered. A group approach is always best so be open … [Read more...]

A mesothelioma diagnosis is rare but it happens to about 3000 Americans every year.  There is a good chance that symptoms such as a persistent cough, shortness of breath, fever, sweating, and fatigue, difficulty in swallowing and chest pain could just be the flu or a cold. But if these symptoms do not go away it is important to consider a mesothelioma diagnosis, especially if you think you may have been exposed to asbestos at any point in your life. Mesothelioma is a lethal cancer caused by breathing in asbestos dust. One of the most tragic aspects of mesothelioma is that it is dormant for … [Read more...]

Mesothelioma symptoms are best recognized sooner rather than later.  Catching mesothelioma as early as possible will give you the best chance at fighting this lethal cancer.  The degree of effectiveness of various treatment options for mesothelioma, including surgery, can depend on how soon in the disease process treatment intervention begins. Detecting mesothelioma symptoms at an earlier stage of the disease may not only give you better treatment options, it also may significantly increase your life expectancy. It’s not easy to make a doctor’s appointment knowing you may get a diagnosis you … [Read more...]

A mesothelioma diagnosis is bound to be upsetting and a shock. It is certainly understandable and even sensible to get a second opinion. Seeking a second opinion and having your primary care doctor’s mesothelioma diagnosis confirmed can help increase your comfort level in working with your doctor. You may feel more confident that your doctor is on top of the situation and will make sure that you receive the best available mesothelioma treatments.  Your Mesothelioma Diagnosis – How to Get a Second Opinion After receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis, your first step should be to contact your health … [Read more...]

Regardless if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you want more time. But the diagnosis of an aggressive type of cancer like mesothelioma hangs over your head every day and you worry how tomorrow will feel.  And in a sea of complicated medical terms and unpronounceable drugs, at the end of the day you want to know about all your mesothelioma treatment options. What really works and what doesn’t? The Standard of Care for Treating Mesothelioma The standard of care is a treatment process that should be followed for a certain type of patient, illness, or clinical circumstance. … [Read more...]