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Is Pleural Mesothelioma treatable?
Pleural Mesothelioma is treatable, but not considered to be curable.
Where can I find more information on pleural mesothelioma?
You can learn more about pleural mesothelioma at www.mesothelioma.com.
What are the treatments available for Pleural Mesothelioma?
Chemotherapy is one treatment for Pleural Mesothelioma. There is also surgery and radiation therapy.
What are the types of Mesothelioma?
Pleural Mesothelioma affects the lungs, Peritoneal Mesothelioma affects the stomach and Pericardial Mesothelioma affects the heart. Pleural Mesothelioma was the cause of death of my father, he was exposed to asbestos while working in a ship yard, mixing and applying asbestos to pipes for Plumbing. It takes years for the tiny fibers from asbestos to eventually cause cancer.
My great uncle was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma. What is that and how do you get it?
Pleural Mesothelioma develops in the lining of the lungs. It can completely kill your lungs and spread to different parts of your body.
Where online can I find information about pleural mesothelioma?
Several websites are dedicated to pleural mesothelioma. Try visiting the following: http://www.pleuralmesothelioma.com/ and http://www.mesotheliomaweb.org/pleural.htm.
What are the types of malignant mesothelioma?
Pleural Mesothelioma affects the lungs, Peritoneal Mesothelioma affects the stomach and Pericardial Mesothelioma affects the heart. Pleural Mesothelioma was the cause of death of my father, he was exposed to asbestos while working in a ship yard, mixing and applying asbestos to pipes for plumbing. It takes years for the tiny fibers from asbestos to eventually cause cancer.
Where can I get treatment for Pleural Mesothelioma in Wisconsin?
Looks like there is a trial in your area www.mesothelioma-lung-cancer.org/mesothelioma-clinical-trial.html
What are some common symptoms of mesothelioma pleural?
Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of malignant mesothelioma being responsible for almost three-quarters of all cases. Symptoms usually include shortness of breath and pain in the chest wall due to a build up of fluid.
What's the best place to research Pleural Mesothelioma?
ascopubs.org has several studies
What are the different types of pleural tumors?
Pleural tumors are divided into two classifications: primary (mesothelioma), or metastatic (arising from cancer sites elsewhere in the body).
What is the prognosis for patients with mesothelioma?
Unfortunately, even with aggressive treatment, the prognosis for mesothelioma patients is poor. Pleural mesothelioma offers a median survival time of approximately 16 to 17 months after initial symptoms.
