Complications of mesothelioma vary by individual and range from uncomfortable pleural effusions to emotional distress and mental health challenges. Complete care for mesothelioma patients must consider all possible complications. Treatments should address cancer itself as well as these secondary conditions and symptoms. How Does Mesothelioma Cause Complications? Mesothelioma, like all cancers, affects the body in
Mesothelioma in children and young adults is extremely rare. Mesothelioma usually takes decades after asbestos exposure to develop. Young people may experience secondhand exposure from a parent working around asbestos. The symptoms, treatments, and poor prognosis are generally the same for children as adults. At What Age Do Most People Get Mesothelioma? Most people receive
A landmark decision on the rights of mesothelioma victims to sue has been handed down by the California state Supreme Court. The issue was whether companies could be held responsible for sicknesses precipitated by a family member carrying asbestos home on their clothing, hair, or skin. The court unanimously decided against the companies and in
Mesothelioma home medical equipment can make mesothelioma patients more comfortable and mobile, and allow them to live at home longer. Mesothelioma home medical equipment can be purchased from various suppliers and may be covered by private health insurance and Medicare. What Is Home Medical Equipment? Home medical equipment is any medical device used in the
Mesothelioma end-of-life decisions include making a will and financial arrangements, medical care, DNRs (do not resuscitate orders), and more. These difficult decisions require a team of medical specialists, legal and financial experts, and family for information and support. What Happens at the End of Life with Mesothelioma? For most patients with the diagnosis, mesothelioma is
Metastasis and progression of mesothelioma are often aggressive and rapid. Patients diagnosed with stage 4, or metastatic mesothelioma, have limited treatment options and face a very poor prognosis. What Is Mesothelioma Metastasis? Metastasis occurs when cancer spreads from its primary location to more distant parts of the body. Metastatic mesothelioma usually spreads through the lymph
Stage 3 mesothelioma is a common diagnosis for this rare type of cancer. By this stage, it has spread into the lymph nodes and other organs near the original site of tumor growth. Treatment options at stage 3 are limited, the prognosis is poor, and life expectancy is short. About Stage 3 Mesothelioma Stage 3 mesothelioma
In stage 2 mesothelioma, cancer has spread beyond the initial area of growth and has infiltrated some of the lymph nodes. Treatment becomes more difficult at this stage, but surgery is usually still an option. The prognosis is limited but better than for later stages. About Stage 2 Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is often diagnosed after other
Stage 1 mesothelioma occurs when the cancer is localized in the mesothelial tissue. It has not yet spread regionally or to more distant parts of the body. At stage 1, mesothelioma is the easiest to treat and has the best prognosis. About Stage 1 Mesothelioma Mesothelioma, like other types of cancer, is staged at the
Some mesothelioma patients who achieve remission will eventually have a recurrence, which is when cancer returns after a period of being undetectable. Recurrence is not a worry for most mesothelioma patients because remission is rare. Those who beat mesothelioma must be aware of the possibility of recurrence and work with their medical teams to prevent