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Radiation Therapy and Mesothelioma: Managing Side Effects

CPSM — Tue, 04 May 2010 05:39:31 +0000

Radiation therapy is recommended for almost all patients that are diagnosed with mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. The most common side effects of radiation are nausea and vomiting, clinically referred to as radiation induced nausea and vomiting (RINV). RINV can be very debilitating and on occasion cause patients to want [...]

Radiation Therapy and Mesothelioma: Managing Side Effects is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Watch For Symptoms of Mesothelioma

CPSM — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:59:03 +0000

If you or someone you know has a history of exposure to asbestos and is experiencing any symptoms of mesothelioma, I urge you to seek out an oncologist who specializes in asbestos related diseases immediately. Do not wait. It’s easy to be in denial, or to be stubborn, to ignore symptoms of something being wrong physically. [...]

Watch For Symptoms of Mesothelioma is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Front and Second Line Treatments for Mesothelioma

CPSM — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:06:16 +0000

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, you are probably trying to understand which treatments might be most effective. If you have gone through initial treatment with little results, you may be exploring what other options you have. Recently medical researchers published an article in Cancer Treatment Reviews (February 2010) with a [...]

Front and Second Line Treatments for Mesothelioma is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Helping Mesothelioma Patients with Asbestos Lawsuits

CPSM — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:33:40 +0000

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is a toxic substance now known to cause severe illnesses and cancer. Mesothelioma is a particularly deadly form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Exposure most frequently occurs occupationally. Anyone who works or has worked with the following products is at increased risk of exposure: Pipes Insulation Ceiling Tiles Roofing shingles Floor [...]

Helping Mesothelioma Patients with Asbestos Lawsuits is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Integrative Therapies for Asbestos Cancer

CPSM — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 02:30:36 +0000

Mesothelioma is one type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was commonly used in many industrial, construction and manufacturing products prior to the mid-1980’s. When inhaled, asbestos fibers lodge in the body and cause diseases, such as asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer. A diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma is [...]

Integrative Therapies for Asbestos Cancer is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Complementary Pain Treatments & Palliative Care for Mesothelioma

CPSM — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:36:39 +0000

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen or heart. Asbestos is the primary cause for mesothelioma, and development of the disease often does not occur until decades after first exposure to the deadly substance. Because of this and non-specific symptoms of the disease, mesothelioma is usually not [...]

Complementary Pain Treatments & Palliative Care for Mesothelioma is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Treatment News for Asbestos Diseases & Mesothelioma

CPSM — Sat, 30 May 2009 19:34:50 +0000

New therapies and supportive care methods are being explored by cancer researchers, giving hope to many who suffer from asbestos related diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer. In particular, researchers are looking into combination therapies, using traditional treatments such as chemotherapy, surgery and radiation, along with or followed by a drug regimen aimed [...]

Treatment News for Asbestos Diseases & Mesothelioma is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Choosing to File An Asbestos Lawsuit

CPSM — Sat, 23 May 2009 01:42:55 +0000

If you or a family member has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is important to first seek advice from medical experts and to learn as much as you can about the disease. After talking with healthcare professionals and deciding on your treatment options, it is also important to consult with an experienced asbestos attorney. This [...]

Choosing to File An Asbestos Lawsuit is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Mesothelioma Treatments: Photodynamic Therapy

CPSM — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 22:22:19 +0000

Mesothelioma Treatments: Photodynamic Therapy is the sixth in a series detailing symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for an incurable cancer known as mesothelioma. Malignant Mesothelioma is a disease in which cancer cells form in the lining of the chest (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum) and is primarily caused by exposure to asbestos. Most people diagnosed with mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they have breathed [...]

Mesothelioma Treatments: Photodynamic Therapy is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.

Mesothelioma: Early Diagnosis is Key

CPSM — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:39:02 +0000

Malignant Mesothelioma is a cancer that begins in the mesothelium, which is the cells in the lining of the lungs, heart, or abdomen. The three main types of mesothelioma are: Pleural – occurs in the lining of the lungs; Peritoneal – occurs in the lining of the abdominal cavity. Pericardial – occurs in the lining of the heart; Of the three, [...]

Mesothelioma: Early Diagnosis is Key is a post from: Mesothelioma Blog, the official blog of Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason mesothelioma attorneys with more than 25 years experience helping clients.