I’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma: What should I do?
Nothing can be devastating like being diagnosed with a life-altering condition. If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is important that you have a clear action plan. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops when an individual is…
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Talc claims still challenging Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson has been facing litigation for years over claims that talc in their beauty and personal care products has been causing mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. While the company maintains that independent experts claim this can’t happen, many of…
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5 histological types of mesothelioma to know
If you could have mesothelioma, you may know that there are four general areas where mesothelioma may affect you. Each of these areas has its own diagnostic term. For example, pleural mesothelioma affects the lining of the lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma…
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Managing nausea when you’re undergoing chemo for mesothelioma
There’s absolutely nothing pleasant about chemotherapy – but one of the things that people find hardest about their treatment is their constant nausea. How do you cope? The best things you can do (and the things you shouldn’t do) may…
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Supporting a loved one with an asbestos-related illness
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be distressing for the affected party and their friends and family members. The first crucial step is to ensure that the person has prompt medical treatment. However, the necessary support does not stop there. Often, the…
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Mesothelioma warning signs: What are the earliest symptoms of mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that commonly affects the linings of the lungs or the abdomen. This cancer develops when an individual inhales or swallows asbestos fibers and can take 20 to 60 years to manifest after exposure. …
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