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What are the treatment options for someone with mesothelioma cancer?
As with most cancers chemotherapy is the most likely treatment.
Is mesothelioma treatment covered by most insurances?
Most insurance copanies will cover mesothelioma treatment
Are there different stages of Mesothelioma Cancer?
Yes, Mesothelioma cancer, like most cancers, has different stages. There are a total of five stages of mesothelioma cancer.
What type of cancer does the mesothelioma forum usually discuss?
Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Different kinds of mesothelioma can affect the heart, lungs, or abdominal cavity. If you or someone you know has, or may have, mesothelioma, I suggest seeing a doctor to start a plan of treatment right away.
My Uncle was just diagnosed with Mesothelioma. What is the best treatment he can get?
The best treatment for Mesothelioma is the one that the doctor deems best based on the location of the cancer, the type and stage of the cancer, the age and health of the patient. The 3 basic types of treatment are surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy . The doctor could also determine that a combination of treatment is the best. If you want to read more online I suggest you go to the Mayo Clinic website or the National Cancer Institute website and avoid most of the Mesothelioma named websites out there as they are generally sponsored by lawyers .
What is most memorable by cancer law mesothelioma?
The most memorable mesothelioma lawsuit was filed by asbestos attorneys. They filed for compensation after developing cancer caused by doing their job.
How many types of Lung Cancer are there?
There are over 200 types (see http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/help/default.asp?page=2545) however only 13 account for over 95% of all cases. The most common cancer is skin cancer (from sun exposure) and the most deadly avoidable disease is lung cancer (smoking).
What does treatment for Mesothelioma entail?
It all depends on the stage of the cancer, and what region of the body is affected. Their are three options for most forms and stages of mesothelioma. One being an invasive surgery, in which they would remove the cancer, followed by radiation treatments. Two is chemotherapy, which is using drugs to fight the cancer. Third is localized radiation therapy, which is pretty self explanatory.
What is so different about mesothelioma cancer?
Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive type of cancer usually caused by exposure to asbestos. While most cancers develop within an organ, mesothelioma basically covers the organs and so it is not possible to take it all out.
What type of treatment is most effective for patients in advanced stages of liver cancer?
For advanced stages of liver cancer, the only treatment available is through a liver transplant. This is only effective if the cancer had not yet spread to the other parts of your body, however.
What is usually the most effective treatment for cancer?
This is a difficult question to answer, as different types of cancer have different treatment approaches. Chemotherapy and radiation treatment are typically the most powerful, and are often combined for the most effective results. However, both treatment options can have serious side effects, including infertility. Your best bet is to look at the American Cancer Society's website, www.cancer.org. They provide a tremendous amount of information that can help you make an informed decision about treatment.
Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to particles of what?
Mesothelioma is form of cancer mostly caused by exposure to asbestos. More cases of mesothelioma are coming to light every day. People most likely to develop mesothelioma cancer are: 1. Those exposed to asbestos at a young age 2. Those exposed to asbestos for a long period of time 3. Those exposed to high levels of asbestos
