Helpful Resources for Mesothelioma Patients
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be shocking and stressful — but we’re here to help. Mesothelioma Resource Group can connect you with medical professionals, top treatments, and financial aid right now. Our team is dedicated to helping you and your family in any way we can.
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Mesothelioma Explained
Mesothelioma is a dangerous cancer with only one known cause: asbestos exposure. About 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year.
Types of Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma can develop in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, or testicles. Where the tumors form determines which type you have.
Types of MesotheliomaPleural Mesothelioma
Pleural mesothelioma forms in the lining of the lungs (pleura). It is the most common type, making up 80% to 85% of all cases.
Pleural MesotheliomaPeritoneal Mesothelioma
Peritoneal mesothelioma develops in the abdominal lining (peritoneum). Around 10% to 15% of cases are peritoneal mesothelioma.
Peritoneal MesotheliomaPericardial Mesothelioma
Pericardial mesothelioma develops in the heart lining (pericardium). This type is very rare, accounting for less than 1% of all cases.
Pericardial MesotheliomaMesothelioma Symptoms
Common mesothelioma symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, and a cough that won’t go away. Symptoms vary by type.
Mesothelioma SymptomsDiagnosing Mesothelioma
Doctors diagnose mesothelioma with physical exams and imaging scans. They’ll then examine a biopsy (tumor sample) to confirm the diagnosis.
Mesothelioma DiagnosisStages of Mesothelioma
There are four stages of mesothelioma. In stage 1, the cancer hasn’t spread far. By stage 4, the cancer is widespread and hard to treat.
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Treatments for Mesothelioma
Doctors often treat mesothelioma using surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. More than one treatment is frequently used for best results.
Surgery
Mesothelioma surgeries remove cancer tumors from the body. Surgery works best for patients in the first stages of mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma SurgeryRadiation
Radiation involves the use of energy waves to destroy cancer tumors. Concentrated doses must be used to avoid harming the patient.
Radiation TherapyChemotherapy
Chemotherapy drugs kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Patients often get chemotherapy through their veins.
ChemotherapyClinical Trials
Newer mesothelioma treatments are being studied in clinical trials to help doctors find better ways to treat patients.
Clinical TrialsMesothelioma Prognosis
A prognosis is the health outcome of a disease. Mesothelioma is very aggressive, but you can improve your prognosis with medical care.
Life Expectancy
Mesothelioma patients live between 12-21 months on average. That said, it’s possible to outlive this average and become a survivor.
Life ExpectancyMesothelioma Survivors
Mesothelioma survivors have lived for years or decades with this cancer. View long-term survivor stories.
Mesothelioma SurvivorsSupport Options
There are plenty of ways to find support after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Doctors, nurses, family, and other patients can help you.
Support GroupsYou’ll need care from the best doctors and treatment centers after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Find top doctors and hospitals now.
Top Mesothelioma Doctors
Mesothelioma doctors can help confirm a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan that best suits your needs.
Treatment Center
Mesothelioma cancer centers are located across the country. Top doctors treat patients like you at these cancer centers every day.
U.S. Veterans With Mesothelioma
U.S. veterans are at a high risk of mesothelioma as the risks of asbestos were hidden from service members for decades.
Air Force
The U.S. Air Force relied on asbestos in aircraft parts like heat shields and brake pads. Dozens of Air Force bases also used asbestos.
Air ForceArmy
A wide range of U.S. Army vehicles and bases often used asbestos-based products for insulation and durability.
ArmyMarine Corps
The U.S. Marine Corps often served on bases or ships that were built with many asbestos products, putting them in danger.
Marine CorpsNavy
U.S. Navy veterans had the highest risk of asbestos exposure and mesothelioma. The Navy used more asbestos than all other branches.
Navy
Asbestos on Navy Ships
Virtually every Navy ship that was built before the late 1970s used tons of asbestos. Sailors aboard could have easily been exposed.
Navy Ships
VA Benefits
Veterans with mesothelioma can get financial and medical benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
VA BenefitsMesothelioma Resources
There are many resources available to help you and your family after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Find top resources below.
Financial Settlements
Mesothelioma legal claims often award $1 million or more through out-of-court settlements. Pursue a settlement right now.
Mesothelioma SettlementsLaw Firms
Mesothelioma law firms can help you file legal claims and receive compensation after your diagnosis.
Mesothelioma Law FirmAsbestos Trust Funds
Many companies that made and sold asbestos-based products set up trusts to pay victims. Over $30 billion is available in trusts.
Asbestos Trust FundsClass Actions
Most mesothelioma claims aren’t filed as class actions. Learn why an individual claim is usually much better.
Class ActionsCall Today. Patient Advocates Are Standing By to Help You.
Being diagnosed with mesothelioma is a very stressful time. Our patient advocates have over 20 years of successfully guiding mesothelioma patients to access treatment and pursue compensation. Let us help you too.
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