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.
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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.
Mesothelioma Prognosis
A prognosis is the health outcome of a disease. Mesothelioma is very aggressive, but you can improve your prognosis with medical care.
You’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
Mesothelioma Resources
There are many resources available to help you and your family after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Find top resources below.
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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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