Asbestos exposure can lead to asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma forms in thin tissues contained in internal organs. The tissue is called the mesothelium. Mesothelioma most often appears in those thin tissues that surround the lungs. That area is called the pleura.
Pleural mesothelioma symptoms can include:
Mesothelioma is best diagnosed by imaging or a biopsy.
Mesothelioma TreatmentThe following are common mesothelioma treatments:
Each of the above treatments has side effects and inherent dangers.
What is the Asbestos/Mesothelioma Connection?Asbestos fibers are found in rocks and soil. They are long fibers that are fire-retardant. The fibers do not break down in water. Before asbestos health-related dangers were commonly acknowledged, asbestos was used in auto parts, building materials, and as insulation. Many machine parts were insulated with asbestos-containing materials (ACM). Naval ships have a long asbestos-use history.
Asbestos Exposure RisksPeople exposed to asbestos can develop mesothelioma. It takes many years for the disease to present and the following are some common exposure risk factors:
As with most cancers, early detection is a key to longer survival. Blood tests now exist that can detect mesothelioma cancer markers. One marker, Soluble Mesothelin-Related Peptides (SMRP),
can appear many years before a formal mesothelioma diagnosis occurs.
New chemotherapy regimens and targeted radiation therapies have been developed that fight mesothelioma and increase survival rates.
Famous People Who Died From MesotheliomaActor Steve McQueen was exposed to asbestos during his Marine enlistment and eventually died because he developed mesothelioma. Actor Paul Gleason worked at construction sites with his father, was exposed to asbestos, and succumbed to mesothelioma at age 67. Another actor, Ed Lautner, died of mesothelioma. His widow claimed he was exposed to asbestos on Hollywood movie sets. Football player Merlin Olsen also died of mesothelioma. He believed that he was exposed to asbestos at various construction sites.
Get Legal Help TodayIf you have been exposed to asbestos and you have developed mesothelioma, you can be compensated. Navigating a complex asbestos lawsuit can be very challenging, and you need to consult with an experienced attorney about your issue. If you think you have an asbestos claim, contact a qualified Mesothelioma Attorney like the Throneberry Law Group. The Throneberry Law Group provides aggressive and compassionate support and representation for asbestos cancer victims. Call an experienced Throneberry Law Group attorney today at
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