The Latest Advances in Mesothelioma Treatment

by Shrader Law | Jul 10, 2014 | Mesothelioma

Advances in mesothelioma treatment are occurring at an exciting and hope-inspiring rate in recent years, with increased prevalence of the disease resulting in increased attention from the medical community and advocacy groups alike. A combination of new and improving screening methods to aid in the diagnostic process and revolutionary forms of cancer treatment methods have, together, brought...

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I’ve Been Given a Diagnosis of Mesothelioma – Now What?

by Shrader Law | Jul 8, 2014 | Mesothelioma

Receiving a diagnosis of mesothelioma makes for a serious and life-changing event, from which you cannot expect to ever fully recover. It’s not unusual to feel overwhelmed – even frozen. This is a common reaction, known as shock, and it is also a common initial stage of the grieving process. If you’re waiting for the world to simply stop turning, however, that isn’t likely to happen. Indeed,...

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A Victim’s Guide: Treatment for Mesothelioma

by Shrader Law | Jul 2, 2014 | Mesothelioma

PART FIVE This five-part victim’s guide is designed for those who have been affected by toxic exposure to asbestos. Throughout the next five articles, you will learn about the symptoms of asbestos-related illnesses, as well as receive detailed information about the most serious and deadly of the group—a rare type of cancer called mesothelioma. In part five, we’ll go over more detailed...

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What to Expect from a Peritoneal Mesothelioma Prognosis

by Shrader Law | Jul 2, 2014 | Mesothelioma

The sad reality of a peritoneal mesothelioma prognosis is that most patients will live less than two years from the date of diagnosis. Though several factors do affect each individual patient’s mesothelioma life expectancy, the most pertinent is the stage of the cancer at the time it is caught. This not only determines how severe the illness is but also what treatment options are available to...

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What a Mesothelioma Diagnosis Means for You

by Shrader Law | Jul 1, 2014 | Mesothelioma

A mesothelioma diagnosis is a life-changing event that has a profound effect on both the victim and his or her family. Someone who has just received such news is likely to have many questions and concerns about the future. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the protective lining around many of the body’s internal organs. There are two types of mesothelioma: pleural...

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