Mesothelioma is a rare cancer in the thin layer of cells lining the internal organs which is known as mesothelium . Three types of mesothelioma are recognized until now .
1. Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of the disease, representing approximately 70% of cases occur in the lining of the lungs, known as the pleura.
2. Peritoneal mesothelioma occurs in the lining of the abdominal cavity, known as the peritoneum.
3. pericardium mesothelioma originates in the pericardium, which surrounds the heart.
A person may be at risk of developing mesothelioma, if he or she is exposed to asbestos at work or at home. Mesothelioma is caused by the inhalation of asbestos or asbestos particles. In most cases, the symptoms of mesothelioma do not occur in an individual exposed to asbestos until many years after inhalation. Those experiencing the above symptoms should consult a physician who is experience in diagnosis of mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is diagnosed earlier, more likely its symptoms can be analyzed in early stages. Treatment of mesothelioma should be possible only during the earlier stages of recognizing the symptoms.
MESOTHELIOMA SYMPTOMS
- Anemia
- Cannot breath properly
- Cough
- Chest pain
- Blood in sputum
- Weight loss
- Abdomen pain
- Low blood sugar level
- Blood clots in lungs, veins etc
MESOTHELIOMA TREATMENT
Once a person diagnosed with mesothelioma by a qualified physician, the next step is to discuss mesothelioma treatment options and develop a treatment plan. Recent scientific research has a significant advance in treatment protocols for patients with mesothelioma, and more opportunities to manage the mesothelioma and support a better quality of life. Patients newly diagnosed with mesothelioma often have many questions for their doctors about treatment options that would be more effective for them. Conventional treatment options for mesothelioma include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Recently promosied chemotherapeutic drugs include pemetrexed and cisplatin have been demonstrated in some patients showed significant improvements.
