tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34597275539884661232024-02-21T19:25:05.073+05:30All You Need ZoneAcne,Asaramji Bapuji,Debt,pc Games,Loans,Make Money ,Mesothelioma,Pictures,Softwares,Tips,Get Paid To,How To,Money,wallpaper,amazing,education,templates,All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-12215828402111536002009-09-30T20:02:00.001+05:302009-09-30T20:02:00.408+05:30Mesothelioma - Is Cancer Hibernating in You?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC4LEMCayqSjQ5Zl29JePQ5_SIXgHu380TJ3f_cW_77xQ8UfDPG7w_SnA4TNV0f-ejrzO3Bjm1_f62oPP6OW-hIftibb2EcWaq6DPBiN6Ty536THuZyc7zCkKhirBCIo2H3rp5Smf9W2U/s1600-h/Mesothelioma+-+Is+Cancer+Hibernating+in+You.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 329px; height: 329px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC4LEMCayqSjQ5Zl29JePQ5_SIXgHu380TJ3f_cW_77xQ8UfDPG7w_SnA4TNV0f-ejrzO3Bjm1_f62oPP6OW-hIftibb2EcWaq6DPBiN6Ty536THuZyc7zCkKhirBCIo2H3rp5Smf9W2U/s400/Mesothelioma+-+Is+Cancer+Hibernating+in+You.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348718063099830850" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">Imagine a disease that lays eggs inside your lungs. These eggs do not produce discomfort or coughing, they don't cause outbreaks or rashes or anything of the sort. In fact these eggs don't do anything except sit in your lungs and germinate for 30 to 40 years.After this time you begin to have a slight cough, a fever, maybe some cold sweats. You write it off as the flu and continue as usual until it goes away. 3 weeks later the flu is back but this time you're coughing up blood. You visit your doctor and hope he can prescribe something to kick this crazy flu. Your doctor runs a few tests and sends you home. A week later your brought into his office and he lays the devastating news on you...you have Mesothelioma a cancer of the lungs.<br /><span id="fullpost"><br />This is the reality for roughly 2000 men and women residing here in the United States every year. These are people who often time have lead healthy lives. In the article, "Mesothelioma Victims - Survival Stories" Kathleen writes:<br /><br />"At 42, I never thought that I would be facing a terminal illness, especially one relating to the lungs. I've never smoked and have lead a relatively healthy life. I have two beautiful daughters who will be heading to college soon - and I may not be alive to see their graduation."<br /><br />The primary cause of mesothelioma cancer is linked to exposure to asbestos fibers which are breathed into the lungs or swallowed. Asbestos is a material that was used heavily for many years in hundreds of products. Asbestos was primarily used due to the fact that it is strong, resists fire and corrosion, and has very effective properties for insulation.<br /><br />In modern day, asbestos has many uses such as thermal pipe and boiler insulation, floor coverings, ceiling tiles, spray-applied fire proofing and sound proofing, roofing materials and "transite" pipe and sheeting. Though major public use was discontinued in the late 70s, asbestos continues to be a material used in countries outside of the U.S., and due to the fact that we trade for many of these countries goods it is necessary that we educate ourselves as to the materials used in production of the products and items we use daily.<br /><br />Many more cases of mesothelioma, due to asbestos exposure, are beginning to surface today. First, because our understanding and ability to recognize the disease has increased by leaps and bounds over the years, and second, because this particular cancer lays dormant within the carriers system for 30 to 40 years. With the widespread use of asbestos during the 20th century we are starting to see the consequences of exposure to this toxic material.<br /><br />Due to the fact that asbestos was in heavy concentration in the industrial and building trades during the mid 1900s, most carriers of mesothelioma cancer are men who where working around asbestos during that time. However, mesothelioma has been reported not only in cases of direct exposure, but also indirect, such as the families of these men, as they often returned home with asbestos fibers on their clothing. Even in today's day and age where asbestos has been all but removed from our lives, it is still possible to be diagnosed with mesothelioma as cases of this cancer have been diagnosed without the presence of asbestos exposure.<br /><br />It is also important to note that smokers who have been exposed to asbestos carry a far greater risk of mesothelioma. Some figures suggest as much as 3 times the percentage of a non-smoker with the same level of exposure. If you feel that you have been exposed to asbestos set an appointment with your physician to go over your chances of mesothelioma developing. The best thing a mesothelioma patient can do is to detect the presence of this disease early on, as it will increase your chances considerably :By Mike Andrews<br /></span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-45660390173351678242009-09-25T19:53:00.001+05:302009-09-25T19:53:00.114+05:30Catching a Killer - New Steps Taken in Treating Mesothelioma<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYvBhuatUhITDiVOyMQrN9eEd-CnXiZS4pYdXqY7mWQsma9TLPy4rhJjnFSQfelAwpy-2XMSVxrSwgKlj2H3kMiN9gf4HbPypmsxdJ7Fr4mnhTaJw0Yozr3hmOmbIUog3ZSGOjHjChg6E/s1600-h/Catching+a+Killer+-+New+Steps+Taken+in+Treating+Mesothelioma.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 291px; height: 386px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYvBhuatUhITDiVOyMQrN9eEd-CnXiZS4pYdXqY7mWQsma9TLPy4rhJjnFSQfelAwpy-2XMSVxrSwgKlj2H3kMiN9gf4HbPypmsxdJ7Fr4mnhTaJw0Yozr3hmOmbIUog3ZSGOjHjChg6E/s400/Catching+a+Killer+-+New+Steps+Taken+in+Treating+Mesothelioma.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348727072537298418" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">There’s a silent killer out there. It creeps up on its victims, attacks them quietly and unsuspectingly, and initiates a wound that develops over many years before it eventually causes pain. This unstoppable murderer is known as mesothelioma.<span id="fullpost"><br /><br />Mesothelioma is a malignant tumor that develops on the mesothelial cells of either the lungs, heart or abdominal organs, and plagues those who have been exposed to asbestos for a prolonged period of time. Many who fall victim to this disease are people who have worked in specific trades or fields prior to the 1970s, such as blacksmiths, electricians, millwrights, and oil refinery workers.<br /><br />Since it can take up to forty years for symptoms to surface, mesothelioma-related deaths are higher than ever in the 21st century. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that 1,493 people died from asbestos in 2000, compared to 77 people in 1968.<br /><br />Mesothelioma treatment methods differ depending on the stage of the cancer upon detection, as well as the patient’s age and personal choice of treatment. The four distinct stages of the disease are a factor in determining the type of mesothelioma treatment that can be carried out. The first stage is when the tumor has had limited growth on the pleural lining (the lining of the lungs). At this stage, an attempt can be made to surgically remove the entire tumor. However, if the tumor is detected at a later stage when it has invaded surrounding areas, it is considered incurable.<br /><br />Traditionally, the later stages of mesothelioma have been treated with either chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells while radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.<br /><br />Although mesothelioma treatment methods have been proven to prolong patients’ lives, they cannot cure the disease. Ongoing clinical trials are dedicated to overcoming this debilitating illness. Current experimental treatments include the following:<br /><br />Drug Therapy: A drug called Alimta, developed by Eli Lilly, has been shown to significantly increase the life expectancy of patients and decrease symptoms of the disease. It is the only chemotherapy drug to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma.<br /><br />Gene Therapy: This mesothelioma treatment is currently in the experimental stages. The process involves inserting a "suicide gene" directly into the tumor. This gene makes the cells sensitive to a normally ineffective drug called glanciclovir which destroys all the cancer cells and leaves the healthy cells unharmed.<br /><br />Photodynamic Therapy: Still in its experimental stage, photodynamic therapy uses light to kill cancerous cells. The patient first receives a photosensitizer that only collects in cancerous cells. Fiberoptic cables are then placed in the body in order to focus the right frequency of light on the tumor. The photosensitizer is then caused to produce a toxic oxygen molecule that kills the cancer cell.<br /><br />Immunotherapy: Also referred to as biological therapy, this mesothelioma treatment uses the body's personal immune system to defend itself against mesothelioma. It has been discovered that the immune system is capable of deciphering healthy cells from cancerous cells, and can thus eradicate those cells that cause cancer.<br /><br />While treatment methods are still in the developmental or experimental stages, there is hope that one day all mesothelioma victims will be freed from the murderous hands of this fearsome disease:By Maggie Kay<br /></span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-65296357649727521622009-09-12T19:55:00.002+05:302009-09-13T21:31:45.860+05:30Easy Steps to Prevent Mesothelioma<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZcMb1upGvDbrnt_1ifFIaMKMbkhcO5i8hCNKND1ekQD_dlld1KMcQwKCSsRyB0Sa4ozWL6lQY5fG5Lh33sUeB0x3x0yVlU9aXimD7P6AcNmgmB-lnv0G86UAvpPJnlnMihXthIBb9vfw/s1600-h/Easy+Steps+to+Prevent+Mesothelioma.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 261px; height: 195px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZcMb1upGvDbrnt_1ifFIaMKMbkhcO5i8hCNKND1ekQD_dlld1KMcQwKCSsRyB0Sa4ozWL6lQY5fG5Lh33sUeB0x3x0yVlU9aXimD7P6AcNmgmB-lnv0G86UAvpPJnlnMihXthIBb9vfw/s400/Easy+Steps+to+Prevent+Mesothelioma.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348709688685081378" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that attacks the body's mesothelial cells around the organs. The mesothelium provides a protective membranous lining for the internal organs and allows moving organs (i.e. the heart and the lungs) to glide easily against adjacent structures. The names of the three regions of mesothelial cells that provide protective coating are 1) pleura, the sac which surrounds the lungs; 2) peritoneum, the lining which protects the abdominal cavity; and 3) pericardium, the sac which surrounds the heart. Three different types of mesothelioma cancer attack these three different regions<br /><br /><span id="fullpost">Pleural mesothelioma: A type of lung cancer which attacks the pleura surrounding the lungs, this is the most common type of mesothelioma, affecting approximately two-thirds of all mesothelioma patients. Symptoms include horseness, fever, blood in sputum, swollen arms and face, coughing, loss of weight, difficulty breathing, chest pain, weak muscles, and reduced tactile sensitivity.<br /><br />Peritoneal mesothelioma: A cancer of the abdomen which attacks the peritoneum lining the abdominal cavity. This affects approximately one-third of all mesothelioma patients. Symptoms include abdominal bloating, impaired bowl function, fever, swollen feet, and nausea.<br /><br />Pericardial mesothelioma: This form of mesothelioma which attacks the pericardium surrounding the heart is extremely rare. Symptoms include chest pain, dyspnea, cough, and palpitations.<br /><br />Mesothelioma has been linked to asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a type of building material used in thermal insulation products and ceiling tiles. In the United States, asbestos usage peaked during the 1950s - 1970s. During the late 1960s, concerns over the health consequences of asbestos exposure began to arise, thereby decreasing the amount of asbestos manufactured in next two decades. By the 1980s, a new industry of asbestos abatement began to flourish. But according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as many as 733,000 schools and public buildings still contain asbestos.<br /><br />Small asbestos fibers that enter the air do not evaporate and can remain suspended in the air for a long time. These fibers, when breathed into the body, are toxic. There are three types of asbestos exposure.Occupational asbestos exposure: People working in factories that manufacure asbestos are likely to have a high exposure to asbestos and are most at risk of developing asbestosis or mesothelioma.<br /><br />Paraoccupational asbestos exposure: Family members of workers exposed to asbestos in the workplace are susceptible to exposure from asbestos dust brought home by the worker on his clothes or skin.Neighborhood asbestos exposure: Those who live in the vicinity of an asbestos manufacturing plant are also at risk.<br /><br />Mesothelioma is still a relatively rare form of cancer. There are an estimated 2,000 - 3,000 new cases per year in the United States. Approximately 7-13 per one million male patients with a history of asbestos exposure contract mesothelioma. Diagnosis usually occurs 20-40 years after initial exposure to asbestos:By Amie Perlowski<br /></span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-63663954615188418622009-09-05T19:54:00.002+05:302009-09-13T21:27:23.583+05:30Early Diagnosis Is Critical For Effective Treatment of Mesothelioma<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhCE2BVcDblz6Z2rh51Pkj3XrmhBoZZU1Z43wQqkOtGtkT2rkVH2zRtb_ekTmh_gLKjhW4BEZ4Nz5g7NieqMSZ1UAdg9kIW2UJ_PkHvw4T0yHigUgoK2lUBC43ppp-Wm563yaAwrXOOBk/s1600-h/Early+Diagnosis+Is+Critical+For+Effective+Treatment+of+Mesothelioma.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 221px; height: 129px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhCE2BVcDblz6Z2rh51Pkj3XrmhBoZZU1Z43wQqkOtGtkT2rkVH2zRtb_ekTmh_gLKjhW4BEZ4Nz5g7NieqMSZ1UAdg9kIW2UJ_PkHvw4T0yHigUgoK2lUBC43ppp-Wm563yaAwrXOOBk/s400/Early+Diagnosis+Is+Critical+For+Effective+Treatment+of+Mesothelioma.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348728961398323298" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">Cancer is one of the most fatal diseases nowadays. It doesn’t choose its victims. Men and women alike, old and young die of cancer. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the mesothelium, specifically the Pleura (membrane that surrounds the lungs) and the Peritoneum (membrane surrounding the abdomen).<br /><span id="fullpost"><br />Both Pleural Mesothelioma and Peritoneum Mesothelioma are primarily caused by the inhalation or exposure to asbestos, an incombustible fibrous mineral of impure magnesium silicate used in various industrial products. About 30 to 50 per cent of the total Mesothelioma cancer patients had not been exposed to asbestos, yet they have acquired the disease. Cancer specialists continue to study this rare kind of cancer so as to provide the public clear and exact information with regard to its cause, nature and cure.<br /><br />Like many other forms of cancer, Mesothelioma has different stages. The earliest stage is still curable since only one layer of the pleura is affected. Surgery is the number one option for patients with Stage I Mesothelioma. The doctor removes the part of the lining of the lungs or chest (in case of Pleural Mesothelioma) and the lining of the abdomen (in case of Peritoneal Mesothelioma). In Stage II Mesothelioma, surgery can still be executed although some lymph nodes may have already been infected by the malignant Mesothelioma cancer cells. The diaphragm may also be removed; in severe cases, the Mesothelioma patient has to sacrifice one of his lungs.<br /><br />Usually, surgery comes with systemic treatments, which include radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Through radiotherapy, Mesothelioma cancer cells are killed; however, only the cells in the treated area die. High energy rays used in radiotherapy or radiation therapy may either come from an external machine or from thin plastic tubes positioned into the tissues where Mesothelioma cancer-stricken cells are found. Inside the plastic tubes are radiation-emitting materials that kill the malignant cells. The use of an external machine is called external radiation therapy while the other is called internal radiation therapy. Also, a radioactive substance such as radiolabeled monoclonal antibody is circulated around the body during radiotherapy.<br /><br />Chemotherapy is the use of anti-cancer drugs to kill the malignant cells. In treating Mesothelioma, the anti-cancer drugs are usually given to the patient through intravenous injection (within the vein). Oncologists are still studying the possibility of treating Mesothelioma through intracavitary chemotherapy (within the chest or abdomen). Some Mesothelioma patients also undergo Photodynamic therapy, a kind of cancer therapy that combines the use of drug (photosensitizer) with a specific kind of light. The photosensitizing agent when exposed to the light produce oxygen that destroys nearby malignant cancer cells. The drug is injected into the bloodstream and is absorbed by the cells.<br /><br />In order to relieve the symptoms of Mesothelioma such as the pain in the chest or abdomen due to the build up of fluid, a physician drains the fluid by using a needle. The procedure is known as thoracentesis (removal of fluid in the chest) or paracentesis (removal of the fluid in the abdomen). To prevent further accumulation of the lubricating fluid in the membranes of the chest or abdomen, drugs are given through a tube in the affected organ.<br /><br />Although the said treatments to Mesothelioma have been proven effective, chance of recovery and survival still depends on the size or extent of the cancer. Chances are higher when Mesothelioma is still in its early stages. Surgery is only advisable only up to the second stage of the Mesothelioma cancer wherein only one part or smaller portions of the membranes are affected. A patient diagnosed with stage IV Mesothelioma (diffuse Mesothelioma) has only about 4-24 months to live. Furthermore, the age of the patient and his general health condition is also crucial to his recovery. Older patients do not respond well to certain cancer treatments such as surgery because their tissues, organs and other body parts are more delicate:By David Arnold Livingston</span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-16806487996710942142009-08-25T19:52:00.003+05:302009-09-05T16:00:15.985+05:30Avoid Further Mesothelioma Injury Through Prompt Treatment<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig_OUctj4bXob-9fsc7e7Gst0xRzCFN4hVP9aHqx7avetmix9mi1IhwIxE2k0z3KZC02Tm8hCMkTqTlPKdfsTenKZEaaNyJukYe7MAY4fc0lXM_xVrQ8CI_u1qH1s5hz3sbZ2lLchtOP0/s1600-h/Avoid+Further+Mesothelioma+Injury+Through+Prompt+Treatment.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 298px; height: 59px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig_OUctj4bXob-9fsc7e7Gst0xRzCFN4hVP9aHqx7avetmix9mi1IhwIxE2k0z3KZC02Tm8hCMkTqTlPKdfsTenKZEaaNyJukYe7MAY4fc0lXM_xVrQ8CI_u1qH1s5hz3sbZ2lLchtOP0/s400/Avoid+Further+Mesothelioma+Injury+Through+Prompt+Treatment.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348724663086669490" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">Mesothelioma injury can be classified into three main groups, Pleural (chest), Peritoneal (abdominal) and Pericardial (heart). All three types of Mesothelioma injury are mainly cause through exposure to an Asbestos related substance.<br /><span id="fullpost"><br />Mesothelioma injury arises when the Mesothelioma cells surrounding the lungs, heart, or abdominal organs become cancerous. The Mesothelioma cells change to form nodules, which can then clump together to form a tumor, or tumors around the organ.<br /><br />In more extreme cases of Mesothelioma Cancer, the Mesothelioma tumor can break through the walls of the organs that it surrounds and cause internal damage to the organ. Also, in some cases the Cancer can travel through the blood stream and affect other organs, not directly surrounded by the original Mesothelioma Cancerous Cells.<br /><br />The origins of Mesothelioma injury begin when a person is exposed to an asbestos related substance. The person either inhales the Asbestos fibers, or the fibers enter the skin. These fibers either lodge in the lungs, or travel through the body and affect the heart, or abdominal organs.<br /><br />The bodies natural defense system will attempt to eradicate the fibers from the body, through attempts to expel the fibers. However, some fibers will become lodged in the Mesothelioma cell layers that provide a protective layer around the lungs, heart and abdominal area.<br /><br />Over time, the Mesothelioma cells surrounding the fibers, can change consistency and become cancerous. It is at this stage that the Mesothelioma injury begins to occur, as it turns into Mesothelioma.<br /><br />However, Mesothelioma injury also includes the conditional affects that occur as a result of having Mesothelioma Cancer. Some of these conditional affects include, immune deficiency, which can lead to a slow break down of the bodies defense system.<br /><br />Once the bodies defense system begins to break down the body can become subject to colds and other such illnesses. The overall affects of having Mesothelioma Cancer can lead to an array of Mesothelioma injuries and has the potential to cause major organ failure.<br /><br />In order to prevent the adverse affects of Mesothelioma injury, Mesothelioma doctors have been implementing various treatments that aim to prevent further damage. Some of these treatments include, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and immune augmentative therapy.<br /><br />In regard to Mesothelioma Cancer, Surgery aims to remove the Cancerous Mesothelioma cells, while chemotherapy uses drugs to kill the Cancerous cells. Radiation therapy also aims to eliminate the Mesothelioma cells, while immune augmentative therapy aims to restore the body’s natural immune system to a level in which it can be effective in helping to fight the effects of Mesothelioma Cancer.<br /><br />All of these treatment methods are aimed at preventing further Mesothelioma injury to the patient. If you, or someone you know, have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma Cancer, ensure that you seek immediate treatment to prevent the affects of Mesothelioma Cancer and to avoid further Mesothelioma injury:By Peter Lenkefi</span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-36221114004133169542009-08-19T20:39:00.004+05:302009-09-05T16:02:53.839+05:30Asbestos and Cancer<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhdbK5B4QjQNhsuYLXWG1mhSkc9ZuoqzRC_0aIqkbNF_W_EEbFjeR0iRen4fowivqjgLEAIbANfwxDt7j-eD6LIn8XljguSfXIyI4_JUqc5ozAunZz5pHc4z03kdTObzUXV3ZA78dh3as/s1600-h/Asbestos+and+Cancer%3C/span%3E.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 208px; height: 156px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhdbK5B4QjQNhsuYLXWG1mhSkc9ZuoqzRC_0aIqkbNF_W_EEbFjeR0iRen4fowivqjgLEAIbANfwxDt7j-eD6LIn8XljguSfXIyI4_JUqc5ozAunZz5pHc4z03kdTObzUXV3ZA78dh3as/s400/Asbestos+and+Cancer+By+Karen+Brown.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348723243732127186" border="0" /></a>If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos related cancer, you may want to seek legal advice. Typical legal settlements can reach five million dollars. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer in which malignant (cancerous) cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that covers most of the body's internal organs. Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles.<br /></div><span id="fullpost"><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">What is the mesothelium?</span> <p><a href="http://www.shareapic.net/content.php?%20%20id=14151140&owner=freemoney" target="_blank"><img style="width: 211px; height: 172px;" src="http://preview.shareapic.net/preview4/014151140.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">The mesothelium is a membrane that covers and protects most of the internal organs of the body. It is composed of two layers of cells: One layer immediately surrounds the organ; the other forms a sac around it. The mesothelium produces a lubricating fluid that is released between these layers, allowing moving organs (such as the beating heart and the expanding and contracting lungs) to glide easily against adjacent structures.<br /></p><div style="text-align: justify;">The mesothelium has different names, depending on its location in the body. The peritoneum is the mesothelial tissue that covers most of the organs in the abdominal cavity. The pleura is the membrane that surrounds the lungs and lines the wall of the chest cavity. The pericardium covers and protects the heart. The mesothelial tissue surrounding the male internal reproductive organs is called the tunica vaginalis testis. The tunica serosa uteri covers the internal reproductive organs in women.<br /></div><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">What is mesothelioma?</span> <p><a href="http://www.shareapic.net/content.php?%20%20id=14151230&owner=freemoney" target="_blank"><img style="width: 218px; height: 175px;" src="http://preview.shareapic.net/preview4/014151230.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Mesothelioma (cancer of the mesothelium) is a disease in which cells of the mesothelium become abnormal and divide without control or order. They can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Cancer cells can also metastasize (spread) from their original site to other parts of the body. Most cases of mesothelioma begin in the pleura or peritoneum.<br /></p><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">How common is mesothelioma?</span> <p><a href="http://www.shareapic.net/content.php?id=14151386&owner=freemoney" target="_blank"><img style="width: 223px; height: 158px;" src="http://preview.shareapic.net/preview4/014151386.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Although reported incidence rates have increased in the past 20 years, mesothelioma is still a relatively rare cancer. About 2,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the United States each year. Mesothelioma occurs more often in men than in women and risk increases with age, but this disease can appear in either men or women at any age.<br /></p><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">What are the risk factors for mesothelioma?</span> <p><a href="http://www.shareapic.net/content.php?id=14151437&owner=freemoney" target="_blank"><img style="width: 220px; height: 166px;" src="http://preview.shareapic.net/preview4/014151437.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Working with asbestos is the major risk factor for mesothelioma. A history of asbestos exposure at work is reported in about 70 percent to 80 percent of all cases. However, mesothelioma has been reported in some individuals without any known exposure to asbestos.<br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Asbestos is the name of a group of minerals that occur naturally as masses of strong, flexible fibers that can be separated into thin threads and woven. Asbestos has been widely used in many industrial products, including cement, brake linings, roof shingles, flooring products, textiles, and insulation. If tiny asbestos particles float in the air, especially during the manufacturing process, they may be inhaled or swallowed, and can cause serious health problems. In addition to mesothelioma, exposure to asbestos increases the risk of lung cancer, asbestosis (a noncancerous, chronic lung ailment), and other cancers, such as those of the larynx and kidney.<br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Smoking does not appear to increase the risk of mesothelioma. However, the combination of smoking and as bestos exposure significantly increases a person's risk of developing cancer of the air passageways in the lung:By Karen Brown</p></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-55702934391557529812009-08-15T20:01:00.002+05:302009-09-05T16:04:10.517+05:30Mesothelioma-Causes, Symptoms, Prevention and Lawsuits<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyqdEPnVGcpbocVLSAnf3_FnSBCEcseqJWaEEw8acfxPaI7Yg98POiFme-yYqsSzHCLmYWl5nDH50THG4lCC5lyqekxurhQILX2ZySSqqPFBVqnFuGH8tjRfLftCG0dRsC_zjA0GBnEt4/s1600-h/Mesothelioma-Causes,+Symptoms,+Prevention+and+Lawsuits.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 199px; height: 132px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyqdEPnVGcpbocVLSAnf3_FnSBCEcseqJWaEEw8acfxPaI7Yg98POiFme-yYqsSzHCLmYWl5nDH50THG4lCC5lyqekxurhQILX2ZySSqqPFBVqnFuGH8tjRfLftCG0dRsC_zjA0GBnEt4/s400/Mesothelioma-Causes,+Symptoms,+Prevention+and+Lawsuits.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348720168732076306" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">What is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that grows on the mesothelium, the membrane or protective sac that surrounds the various organs of the body. It guards the organs by producing a special type of fluid to promote mobility of the organs. In the case of the lungs, mesothelium fluid allows ease in the movement when taking in air. Mesothelioma tumor can start on any area of the mesothelium which can be benign or cancerous. Known to be the cause of Mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos.<span id="fullpost"><br /><br />Asbestos is a heat resistant fibrous mineral used in the industry as the main material in making roofing,gasket compounds, floor tiles and patching compounds. Its versatility makes it a component of various products in the market but it is extremely dangerous once inhaled no matter how small the quantity may be.<br /><br />Inhaled asbestos fiber can pass through the air passages which can come in contact with linings of the lungs which can injure the cells and result to pleural Mesothelioma. Swallowed asbestos on the other hand can affect the fibers lined up on the abdominal cavity resulting to peritoneal Mesothelioma. There are also evidences that link Mesothelioma with Thorotrast, a component used for X-rays but its usage has been stopped for a long time.<br /><br />The symptoms and signs of Mesothelioma can be very common that is why the patient may just take it for granted. The symptoms may happen from two to three months before Mesothelioma is detected. Pleural Mesothelioma is the commonly occurring type which takes part in almost two thirds of the total detected Mesothelioma cases. The linings of the lungs and chest called pleura are the affected regions of Pleural<br /><br />Mesothelioma. Common signs are weight loss but not related with shift in diet, extreme tiredness, difficulty in swallowing, raspy or hoarse voice, constant shortness of breath, cough that have lasted for a long time, pain the chest or back, extreme sweating and recurring fever. For Peritoneal Mesothelioma, commonly affected organs of the body are bowel, liver and spleen with signs that are similar to bowel related diseases. Early symptoms include pain on the belly area, recurring constipation or diarrhea, increase in the waist area, nausea, vomiting, fever and even anemia. Anyone who encounters these symptoms that have been exposed to asbestos can better consult their doctor for diagnosis to prevent further Mesothelioma complicated problems.<br /><br />Prevention of Mesothelioma can be best done by avoiding contact with asbestos which is proven to be its main causing agent. Asbestos is found almost everywhere may it be at home, at work or in any public buildings. Workers involved with it must take extra care and precautions to avoid contact through inhalation or swallowing. Low rates of Mesothelioma cases are detected for the past 20 years but nowadays, the number of affected individuals has been growing to a large<br />degree. In United States almost 2,000 new cases are detected each year. It occurs mostly with men since they are commonly the ones involved in business and cases that involve the use of asbestos. Factory workers, miners, railroad laborers, gas mask makers, insulation workers and ship builders are the commonly asbestos related victims.<br /><br />The patients or the individuals affected with Mesothelioma can file lawsuits against asbestos makers, manufacturers and employers since they have the duty to protect their workers from the negative effects of asbestos including Mesothelioma. Several law firms and lawyers are now available to help the sufferers fight for their right and to attain the justice that they deserve:By David Arnold Livingston</span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-21348183281933262852009-07-26T20:05:00.001+05:302009-09-05T15:53:31.203+05:30What are some coping strategies found useful by mesothelioma victims?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ahgj8Z8VYfntxGR3FeE8tKtNaAFzQD-NcHYXHsAeevZcphxfX2lYTTMRpQaTvkMF3yF9ek6BxBcHEwW0hHR3OqIj6yrcbxqHsGNAFX1e2bSA3Gjnz__VxImXHPK8LHGtohYurIeyfD4/s1600-h/What+are+some+coping+strategies+found+useful+by+mesothelioma+victims.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 289px; height: 103px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ahgj8Z8VYfntxGR3FeE8tKtNaAFzQD-NcHYXHsAeevZcphxfX2lYTTMRpQaTvkMF3yF9ek6BxBcHEwW0hHR3OqIj6yrcbxqHsGNAFX1e2bSA3Gjnz__VxImXHPK8LHGtohYurIeyfD4/s400/What+are+some+coping+strategies+found+useful+by+mesothelioma+victims.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347842254372221714" border="0" /></a>Mesothelioma is such a disease that affects not only the person diagnosed with the disease, but his or her loved ones, too. The intention to write this article is to offer some resource for patients and their families who are living with this disease. Coping with mesothelioma, unlike other types of cancer, can be significantly difficult.<br /><br /><span id="fullpost"><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">There are few support groups specifically available for mesothelioma. These are quite often informal groups of people who reside in the same area or who occasionally meet each other in doctors' chambers or hospital waiting rooms. There are larger and more organized support groups for cancer sufferers in general but not for mesothelioma sufferers in specific.Let’s see how this support groups operates.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Support Groups</span><br /><br />The main job of the support groups is to help people, deal with the challenges that they are facing. It is known that over 20% of Americans have participated in some type of self-help group. There are mainly two types of support groups that are available. They are online support groups and community centred support groups. Nowadays in an era of internet the number of online support groups is gradually increasing. It is possible that a support group exists in your community or on-line that can help to provide you the required support.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Support groups may provide several benefits:</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">• </span>A social platform for getting connected with others who are facing similar situations.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A platform to know how others have coped with challenges similar to the ones you are facing presently.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where one can share feelings.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">•</span> The reassurance that you are not alone, there are other’s too who have either suffered in the past or is undergoing the same presently.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A platform where you can reliably share information.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A source of reliable Support from others who understand from personal experience what you are going through<br /><br />Incidentally there are different types of support groups that are available. This includes groups with strong focus on a particular disease such as mesothelioma, groups of caregivers, and family-centered groups.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Some of the Characteristics of a successful group are as follows:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A mix of participants from various age groups.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">•</span> Honesty of purpose<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A caring atmosphere<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">•</span> A sense of trust should prevail among members<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">• </span>A good facilitator<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">•</span> Members should abide by the group rules, including confidentiality.<br /><br />Apart from joining support groups, a patient should be encouraged by his family members to remain relaxed and try to focus on the bright side of the life. A patient should not feel depressed and emotionally drained. The family members or the caregivers should create a healing environment and encourage the patient to think positive. There are lots of inspirational books that tell how people are fighting mesothelioma and other life-threatening diseases. Meditation is another way to keep your mind distracted from morbid thoughts and tension :By Matt West</div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-51432566115908898802009-07-15T20:04:00.001+05:302009-09-05T15:52:49.228+05:30Protect Against Mesothelioma by Avoiding Asbestos<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVHwl2pbcsC44H_H5PgG1jKXKYl3ZC1vuNvl6ZcKio75kgPtLuy1PnJmEg7r_ViSEuf0R_51_MOK34ID3TyffsmVBZcE-IetHhcBpDhu10Y6fsJS1AQglYzJsqzC7MRPxcM9L89zdRDKk/s1600-h/Protect+Against+Mesothelioma+by+Avoiding+Asbestos.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 237px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVHwl2pbcsC44H_H5PgG1jKXKYl3ZC1vuNvl6ZcKio75kgPtLuy1PnJmEg7r_ViSEuf0R_51_MOK34ID3TyffsmVBZcE-IetHhcBpDhu10Y6fsJS1AQglYzJsqzC7MRPxcM9L89zdRDKk/s400/Protect+Against+Mesothelioma+by+Avoiding+Asbestos.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347843955801608754" border="0" /></a>Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that attacks the body's mesothelial cells around the organs. The mesothelium provides a protective membranous lining for the internal organs and allows moving organs (i.e. the heart and the lungs) to glide easily against adjacent structures. The names of the three regions of mesothelial cells that provide protective coating are 1) pleura, the sac which surrounds the lungs; 2) peritoneum, the lining which protects the abdominal cavity; and 3) pericardium, the sac which surrounds the heart.<br /></div><span id="fullpost"><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Three different types of mesothelioma cancer attack these three different regions.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Pleural mesothelioma: </span>A type of lung cancer which attacks the pleura surrounding the lungs, this is the most common type of mesothelioma, affecting approximately two-thirds of all mesothelioma patients. Symptoms include horseness, fever, blood in sputum, swollen arms and face, coughing, loss of weight, difficulty breathing, chest pain, weak muscles, and reduced tactile sensitivity.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Peritoneal mesothelioma:</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span>A cancer of the abdomen which attacks the peritoneum lining the abdominal cavity. This affects approximately one-third of all mesothelioma patients. Symptoms include abdominal bloating, impaired bowl function, fever, swollen feet, and nausea.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Pericardial mesothelioma:</span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span>This form of mesothelioma which attacks the pericardium surrounding the heart is extremely rare. Symptoms include chest pain, dyspnea, cough, and palpitations.<br /><br />Mesothelioma has been linked to asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a type of building material used in thermal insulation products and ceiling tiles. In the United States, asbestos usage peaked during the 1950s - 1970s. During the late 1960s, concerns over the health consequences of asbestos exposure began to arise, thereby decreasing the amount of asbestos manufactured in next two decades. By the 1980s, a new industry of asbestos abatement began to flourish. But according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as many as 733,000 schools and public buildings still contain asbestos.<br /><br />Small asbestos fibers that enter the air do not evaporate and can remain suspended in the air for a long time. These fibers, when breathed into the body, are toxic. <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">There are three types of asbestos exposure.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Occupational asbestos exposure:</span> People working in factories that manufacure asbestos are likely to have a high exposure to asbestos and are most at risk of developing asbestosis or mesothelioma.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Paraoccupational asbestos exposure:</span> Family members of workers exposed to asbestos in the workplace are susceptible to exposure from asbestos dust brought home by the worker on his clothes or skin.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Neighborhood asbestos exposure:</span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span>Those who live in the vicinity of an asbestos manufacturing plant are also at risk.<br /><br />Mesothelioma is still a relatively rare form of cancer. There are an estimated 2,000 - 3,000 new cases per year in the United States. Approximately 7-13 per one million male patients with a history of asbestos exposure contract mesothelioma. Diagnosis usually occurs 20-40 years after initial exposure to asbestos :By Jimmy Atkinson</div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-16372878351162876972009-07-02T20:08:00.001+05:302009-09-05T15:49:51.179+05:30What treatments are currently being used for victims of asbestos diseases?<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihGsbVkywOXGGrhgnvzn9UOySznzF_WeRRCxzVUN3TpNOKCuywKHRCq2Yk6jScZRE_ue-S4IPEc_uqI4d4N-HxHrpmIdiHlgXBj4BGRXBi35dXwKsFMdTbQCaBwrPCKB_LGw0mY6h1nds/s1600-h/What+treatments+are+currently+being+used+for+victims+of+asbestos+diseases.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 236px; height: 219px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihGsbVkywOXGGrhgnvzn9UOySznzF_WeRRCxzVUN3TpNOKCuywKHRCq2Yk6jScZRE_ue-S4IPEc_uqI4d4N-HxHrpmIdiHlgXBj4BGRXBi35dXwKsFMdTbQCaBwrPCKB_LGw0mY6h1nds/s400/What+treatments+are+currently+being+used+for+victims+of+asbestos+diseases.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347838184118684082" border="0" /></a>Mesothelioma is touted as deadly because most of the cases are diagnosed when in advanced stage and doctors have little solace to offer by then. Still doctors try to do their best to relieve the patients from severe pain of mesothelioma using advanced treatments.<br /></div><span id="fullpost"><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Surgery</span><br /><br />Before considering surgery as one of the propositions for the treatment of malignant cancer, the health of the patient needs to be carefully evaluated. The tests are performed to check whether the cancer has spread to other parts of the body or not. Also evaluation of the patient’s lung and heart functions is done. In case of the former, a mesothelioma surgery cannot be performed. Both the heart and lungs need to be properly functioning state for surgery to take place.<br /><br />Surgery is of two types: aggressive surgery (long-term control) and palliative procedures (relief of symptoms). Let’s define each of them separately.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Aggressive surgery</span><br /><br />Aggressive surgery involves removal of the lung, the pleura, the diaphragm and the pericardium by a procedure, which is known as extra pleural pneumonectomy. The intention to follow this method is to physically remove as much of the tumor as possible. It is in fact adopting a bold method to do away with the disease—hence the name is “Aggressive surgery”.<br /><br />This surgery is extremely complicated and involves high risk. This is because of the fact that there are possible chances of death due to the same within a month. Extra pleural pneumonectomy is therefore normally performed on younger patients who are in good health and are in a position to tolerate the surgery.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Palliative Procedures</span><br /><br />Palliative procedures are normally performed when the cancer is in its advanced form. These procedures are performed to control the symptoms of mesothelioma rather than cure them. Pleurectomy (also decortications) is the process to surgically remove the pleura. This method reduces the pain caused by the cancerous mass and may also prevent the recurrence of pleural effusion (fluid collection which causes tremendous breathlessness). For patients suffering from peritoneal mesothelioma, complete surgical removal of the entire tumor is not entirely possible. In this case the surgery aims to extenuate the symptoms, such as as cites.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Chemotherapy</span><br /><br />Chemotherapy is the method in which drugs are used to treat mesothelioma. It has been observed that this method is partially succesfull. This is because the patient recovers partially after using drugs or combination of drugs (In fact the efficacy of this method increases, if combination of drugs are used at the same time.) Some of these combinations have proved successful and new drugs are being developed for the treatment of this cancer.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Radiation Therapy</span><br /><br />In this method the tumor is killed by using radiation doses. However, with the help of this procedure, killing the tumor cells is quite difficult. This is because of the fact that it is difficult to specifically locate the malignant cells. Also the heart, lungs and other organs may surround the same, and they are at the risk of getting damaged by the radiation dosage. However lower doses of radiation can be used to reduce the disease to a certain extent.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Dual Therapy</span><br /><br />Both chemotherapy and radiation are used in conjunction after the performance of the surgery. They both help in killing any remaining tumor cells that were not removed by surgery and may also help in relieving symptoms of the disease like chest pain.<br /><br />The treatment methods, which are described above, are direct ways of treating a person suffering from mesothelioma. However doctors and researchers are always on the lookout for new ways to treat mesothelioma. The necessity for the evolution of alternative ways to treat patients suffering from mesothelioma arises because of the complex nature of different types of cancers, and because patients respond differently to various types of medical care.<br /><br />Some of them are as follows:<br /><br />Immunoagumentive Therapy (IAT)<br /><br />The goal of IAT is to strengthen the body's own immune system. The same is done by balancing four different proteins found in the blood.<br /><br />Intraoperative Photodynamic Therapy (IPT)<br /><br />This method of treatment is being used to cure early stages of mesothelioma in the chest. IPT uses special drugs and light to kill cancer cells during surgery. A drug that makes tumor cells more sensitive to light is injected into a vein several days before surgery. During surgery, a special light is used to locate the cancer.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Gene Therapy</span><br /><br />This is a unique method whereby the researchers either try to improve the body's natural ability to fight against the diseases or alternatively make the cancer cells more sensitive to other kinds of therapy:By Matt West</div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-69397194196052439182009-06-20T20:07:00.002+05:302009-09-05T15:47:31.056+05:30What Is Mesothelioma?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY-OaRea02Y2b7RdfEOhv4-Pp5PgTMVKJOVOg0GRBmg-5j1tS4cEVwDPVW0qh06QkdrA3g_znQtWqryHNHY-ZV_jNBJ9OtKBg4ljCA5gLUXfKXWB2Xmr19phoxG84maCS0T16Z1weKkdo/s1600-h/mesothelioma-cancer.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 198px; height: 88px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY-OaRea02Y2b7RdfEOhv4-Pp5PgTMVKJOVOg0GRBmg-5j1tS4cEVwDPVW0qh06QkdrA3g_znQtWqryHNHY-ZV_jNBJ9OtKBg4ljCA5gLUXfKXWB2Xmr19phoxG84maCS0T16Z1weKkdo/s400/mesothelioma-cancer.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347839727746837746" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">Mesothelioma (cancer of the mesothelium) is a disease in which cells of the mesothelium become abnormal and divide without control or order. They can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Cancer cells can also metastasize (spread) from their original site to other parts of the body. Most cases of mesothelioma begin in the pleura or peritoneum.</div><span id="fullpost"><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Mesothelioma is a benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous) affecting the lining of the chest or abdomen. Exposure to asbestos particles in the air increases the risk of developing malignant mesothelioma. The Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that involves the mesothelium, or cells that line an organ, abdominal organs, usually the lungs, and heart. The most common form of mesothelioma is pleural mesothelioma, where the malignant tumors form on the pleura, the sac that lines the chest cavity and protects the lungs. Other forms of mesothelioma affect the peritoneum (abdominal cavity lining) and the pericardium (which is lining around the heart).<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Mesothelioma is usually caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestos mesothelioma is a fibrous mineral known to be carcinogenic. People who are exposed to asbestos fibers for just a short period of time (few weeks) or even to a small amount may be at risk. In particular, people working with asbestos and their family members or those who live with them develop mesothelioma. There is a long latency period between initial exposure to asbestos and the development of malignant tumors. On average, 35-40 years elapse before the onset of disease.<br /><br />The early symptoms of mesothelioma can resemble pneumonia, including shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, persistent cough, chest and abdominal pain. Often, there is fluid buildup between the pleura and chest cavity (called pleural effusions), which leads to dyspnea (shortness of breath) and sometimes pain. Some people may not have any symptoms.<br /><br />Treatment for mesothelioma cancer can be surgery to remove the tumors, chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination of the three. Depending on the person’s health, time of diagnosis, and other factors, the survival rate is about four to 12 months from the onset of symptoms. However, occasionally people may live longer:By Steve Austin</div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-34143164481968231162009-06-16T20:08:00.005+05:302009-09-05T15:54:49.094+05:30What should you do if diagnosed with asbestos-related disease?<div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIjN96DE4zFN8LcwPqq1s7KhDBhVzd8AJ2Dg9a8MMm3OFSNNsMnWWATIyILxdGpJmmQAMmH2-oBFCiv_-GV7vR38jvtg9j-x6Ntd_v8htEXDt-tR5w6fgx0MqpkEPTzfcvTtsSzScSmPU/s1600-h/What+should+you+do+if+diagnosed+with+asbestos-related+disease.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347837037648111986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIjN96DE4zFN8LcwPqq1s7KhDBhVzd8AJ2Dg9a8MMm3OFSNNsMnWWATIyILxdGpJmmQAMmH2-oBFCiv_-GV7vR38jvtg9j-x6Ntd_v8htEXDt-tR5w6fgx0MqpkEPTzfcvTtsSzScSmPU/s320/What+should+you+do+if+diagnosed+with+asbestos-related+disease.jpg" style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; width: 217px; height: 157px;" border="0" /></a>Asbestos is a toxic chemical substance that has been used directly or indirectly in hundreds of products across the globe. It is incorrect and inappropriate for human beings to have excessive exposure to asbestos. This might result in malignant mesothelioma -– a rare cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen or heart -– and other diseases.</div><span id="fullpost"><div style="text-align: justify;">It is amazing to find that, asbestos has still not been entirely banned in the United States, and Americans continue to risk exposure to this dangerous fiber.</div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">If you feel that you have been exhibiting symptoms of mesothelioma (like shortness of breath, pain in the chest or back region, swelling in the abdomen, difficulty swallowing, cough, fever, sweating, fatigue, and weight loss.), it is important for you to consult your doctor immediately. There are various methods that are available for treating the victims of mesothelioma.<br /><br />They are either direct methods or alternative methods. Some of the direct methods are Surgery-both Aggressive and Pallative, Chemotherapy, Radiation therapy etc. Immunoagumentive Therapy (IAT), Gene Therapy, Intraoperative Photodynamic Therapy (IPT) etc. are some of the commonly practiced alternative methods.<br /><br />Also one can take the help of Support Groups, which are available to help sufferers deal with the challenges that they are facing. A recent publication says that over 20% of Americans have participated in some type of self-help group. There are mainly two types of support groups that are available namely- online support groups and community centred support groups.<br /><br />If you have already been diagnosed with mesothelioma it is important for you to have a positive frame of mind and keep yourself well informed about the latest medical developments that has taken place pertaining to this field. Also as a victim of the Asbestos industry you can have certain legal and social claims. The following propositions can be considered if you are a victim of Mesothelioma caused due to negligent asbestos exposure:By Matt West</div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-36800434460770614602009-06-06T19:58:00.001+05:302009-09-05T15:55:36.095+05:30Mesothelioma<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDJdp1L716fCF9nW7NuqA1akzqVHdnAGKj8JULTBMglIOJlv7FWN1pL03xylraJIC374BAD-4EGHSgF9HIj7tY11aUE3zlFiLZVfhBBYneOOiwVxVTJU9zhC3oApx_hasQu6HDa5MkjWE/s1600-h/Mesothelioma+Asbestos+Exposure.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 76px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDJdp1L716fCF9nW7NuqA1akzqVHdnAGKj8JULTBMglIOJlv7FWN1pL03xylraJIC374BAD-4EGHSgF9HIj7tY11aUE3zlFiLZVfhBBYneOOiwVxVTJU9zhC3oApx_hasQu6HDa5MkjWE/s400/Mesothelioma+Asbestos+Exposure.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348730286330274082" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">Exactly Is ? Mesothelioma the medical name for cancer of the lung or the abdomen lining, and is usually caused by exposure to asbestos.<br /><span id="fullpost"><br />Asbestos is a type of building material used in thermal insulation products and ceiling tiles. Asbestos usage peaked during the 1950s - 1970s, but during the late 1960s, concerns over the health consequences of asbestos exposure began to arise, thereby decreasing the amount of asbestos manufactured over the following two decades. But even though new measures where brought in to get rid of it, many schools and public buildings still contain asbestos.Small asbestos fibers that enter the air do not evaporate and can remain suspended in the air for a long time. These fibers, when breathed into the body, are toxic.<br /><br />The people most at risk are :-<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">*</span>People working in factories that manufacture asbestos are likely to have a high exposure to asbestos and are most at risk of developing asbestosis or mesothelioma.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">*</span>Family members of workers exposed to asbestos in the workplace are susceptible to exposure from asbestos dust brought home by the worker on his clothes or skin.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">*</span>Those who live in the vicinity of an asbestos manufacturing plant are also at risk.<br /><br />Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until between twenty and fifty years after exposure, which explains why so many new cases of this form of cancer are coming to light now. Many people who haven't been in contact with asbestos for decades, are now showing symptoms of this dreadful desease.<br /><br />As with many forms of cancer, mesothelioma can spread rapidly. Symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing, loss of weight, and chest pains. If it is diagnosed early enough, the tumor can be surgically removed, and with chemotherapy and radiation treatment, a full recovery is often possible.<br /><br />However, in more advanced cases, cure is usually not possible. In such cases, chemotherapy and radiation treatment can be used alongside other pain relief treatments, to ease the symptoms. Where cure is not possible, the average survival time is between four and eighteen months, depending on the stage of the tumor and the general health of the patient.<br /><br />I was prompted to write about mesothelioma because as a child I lived near a factory which produced asbestos, and I personally know families who have suffered due to this terrible disease:By John Moore<br /></span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-58467223242562801602009-05-09T16:52:00.006+05:302009-09-05T15:31:55.907+05:30Asbestos Related Diseases<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglrshcSD45AAKKKgN6UjT-qn0trph2IDaPo63FuupH6LDS0gtqDuiw-1NOSQMtYC7lAC80LjSpXJTflwtYdUgDUFsb-QxkoPRmcTuLRu8t8_7eYtMdC0bDoAH6T_aDdNM0xfkr96poDf8/s1600-h/Asbestos+Related+Diseases.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 192px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglrshcSD45AAKKKgN6UjT-qn0trph2IDaPo63FuupH6LDS0gtqDuiw-1NOSQMtYC7lAC80LjSpXJTflwtYdUgDUFsb-QxkoPRmcTuLRu8t8_7eYtMdC0bDoAH6T_aDdNM0xfkr96poDf8/s400/Asbestos+Related+Diseases.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333853464170738578" border="0" /></a>Asbestos is used in over 3000 modern products and most people have suffered at least some degree of exposure to it at one point or another. Most asbestos exposure is limited to minute portions of well maintained building materials such as concrete, insulation and siding. Regular maintenance of these materials is important for preventing asbestos from degenerating into airborne fibers.<br /></div><br /><span id="fullpost"><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Unfortunately, because asbestos is so widespread, it is impossible to compute the damage that even a small quantity can cause.<br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;">The lightweight nature of the asbestos particle facilitates airborne spreading of these deadly carcinogens. This is why most asbestos-related diseases affect the respiratory system. These are incurable diseases. Even tiny amounts of asbestos can inflict irreversible damage as symptoms usually only emerge 20 to 30 years down the road.<br /></div><br />Mesothelioma, Asbestosis and lung cancer are consequences of prolonged asbestos exposure. Any contact with asbestos merits immediate medical consultation because treatment options and survival rates are greatly improved the earlier they’re detected. Unfortunately most asbestos-related conditions don’t show symptoms until the disease is terminally advanced. Most patients diagnosed with an asbestos-related condition rarely survive more than 18 months after diagnosis:By T.Going</div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-55428634419792158702009-05-03T20:06:00.006+05:302009-09-05T15:28:25.014+05:30What Are The Four Stages of Mesothelioma Cancer? :By David Arnold Livingston<div style="text-align: justify;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj241dn9ErJe1QoIZ0FaY8Q6FqfnS4roelKoCIv6zjbv1UUwffAqATiHhkuqoJvaMVqx4y7WP-2gOwtyjgEJCZhDAWJ2agDzCaNCVtlPBjqGXtrpWtzZDjVAD7394M8lmTKD_xpXPeVpH4/s1600-h/What+Are+The+Four+Stages+of+Mesothelioma+Cancer+By+David+Arnold+Livingston.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 226px; height: 197px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj241dn9ErJe1QoIZ0FaY8Q6FqfnS4roelKoCIv6zjbv1UUwffAqATiHhkuqoJvaMVqx4y7WP-2gOwtyjgEJCZhDAWJ2agDzCaNCVtlPBjqGXtrpWtzZDjVAD7394M8lmTKD_xpXPeVpH4/s400/What+Are+The+Four+Stages+of+Mesothelioma+Cancer+By+David+Arnold+Livingston.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331563659811223922" border="0" /></a>One rare form of cancer is called Mesothelioma, a malignant tumor in the mesothelial tissues of the lungs and the abdomen, arising from the inhalation of asbestos.Its rarity is one of the reasons why a lot of people are not aware of this kind of fatal disease. In fact, many people die of Mesothelioma undiagnosed.<br /><span id="fullpost">Although there is now a growing awareness of the hazards of asbestos to health, still many have not heard of Mesothelioma and thus, have not understood its nature, cause, signs and treatment. Even some physicians find it hard to detect Mesothelioma because its symptoms are akin to other diseases like lung cancer and pneumonia. Furthermore, it takes decades for a patient who was exposed to asbestos to develop Mesothelioma — fifty years, at most.</span><br /></div><span class="fullpost"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />Being unaware of Mesothelioma poses higher risks since it deters diagnosis and treatment. A person undergoing treatment must know the different stages of the cancer or the extent of the disease. Chances of recovering from Mesothelioma and the kind of treatment depend on the stage of the illness. There are basically two staging systems used for Pleural Mesothelioma (lungs): TNM system and Brighan system. These staging systems are also used in other kinds of cancers; however, the first is commonly used. There is no established method in determining the<br />stage of the Peritoneal Mesothelioma cancer (abdominal) so the TNM system is used.<br /><br />There are three variables in the TNM system: tumor, lymph nodes and metastasis. In the earliest stage of Mesothelioma, stage I, the malignant Mesothelioma cells start to grow and multiply only one layer of the pleura.<br /><br />The pleura is the membrane that encloses the lungs and lines the wall of the chest cavity. However, there are some instances wherein the pericardium (membrane that covers the heart) and diaphragm cover are already affected. In this case, the cancer patient is still in stage I Mesothelioma.<br /><br />In the second stage, the two layers of the pleura are already affected by Mesothelioma. Take note, however, that in this stage, only one side of the body is affected.<br /><br />Normally, the pleura produces only small amount of lubricating fluid that allows easy expanding and contracting of the lungs. The excess fluid is absorbed by the blood and the lymph vessels so there’s a balance between the amount of fluid produced and removed. During the second stage Mesothelioma, fluid starts to build up between the membrane of the lungs and the membrane of the chest wall, resulting to pleural effusion. The increase in the volume of fluid produced causes shortness of breath and chest pain. Other Mesothelioma cancer patients experience dry and persistent cough. Diagnosis of the pleural effusion is achieved through a chest x-ray.<br /><br />Stage III Mesothelioma means that the malignant cells have already spread to the chest wall, esophagus and the lymph nodes on one part of the chest. The patient may suffer severe pain near the parts affected. When not treated immediately or when the Mesothelioma patient doesn’t respond well to medication, the cancer may advance to the fourth stage. The fourth stage Mesothelioma is formidable since at this stage the Mesothelioma cells have penetrated into the bloodstream and other organs in the body like the liver, the bones and the brain. The lymph nodes on the other side of the chest may also be affected by Mesothelioma in stage IV.<br /><br />Brighan staging system, on the other hand, determines whether the Mesothelioma can be surgically removed or not and whether the lymph nodes are affected or not. In stage I Mesothelioma, the lymph nodes are not yet affected and the patient can still recover through surgery. In stage II, surgery can still be executed but some lymph nodes have already been infiltrated by the cancer cells. In stage III, the heart and chest wall are already affected; thus, surgery is no longer advisable. The lymph nodes in this stage, however, may or may not be affected. In the final stage, stage IV Mesothelioma, cancer cells have already gone to the bloodstream and other parts of the body like the heart, brain, bone and liver. In most cases, a patient who has reached stage IV Mesothelioma only has four to twenty-four months to live.<br /></div></span>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3459727553988466123.post-54373125481158965612009-04-01T21:41:00.006+05:302009-09-05T15:17:32.681+05:30Mesothelioma - Is Cancer Hibernating in You?<div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.shareapic.net/content.php?id=15808152&owner=newuser4u" target="_blank"><img style="width: 185px; height: 160px;" src="http://preview.shareapic.net/preview5/015808152.jpg" border="0" /></a></span></span><br /></div>Imagine a disease that lays eggs inside your lungs. These eggs do not produce discomfort or coughing, they don't cause outbreaks or rashes or anything of the sort. In fact these eggs don't do anything except sit in your lungs and germinate for 30 to 40 years.<br /><span id="fullpost"><br />After this time you begin to have a slight cough, a fever, maybe some cold sweats. You write it off as the flu and continue as usual until it goes away. 3 weeks later the flu is back but this time you're coughing up blood. You visit your doctor and hope he can prescribe something to kick this crazy flu. Your doctor runs a few tests and sends you home. A week later your brought into his office and he lays the devastating news on you...you have Mesothelioma a cancer of the lungs.<br /><br />This is the reality for roughly 2000 men and women residing here in the United States every year. These are people who often time have lead healthy lives. In the article, "Mesothelioma Victims - Survival Stories" Kathleen writes:<br /><br />"At 42, I never thought that I would be facing a terminal illness, especially one relating to the lungs. I've never smoked and have lead a relatively healthy life. I have two beautiful daughters who will be heading to college soon - and I may not be alive to see their graduation."<br /><br />The primary cause of mesothelioma cancer is linked to exposure to asbestos fibers which are breathed into the lungs or swallowed. Asbestos is a material that was used heavily for many years in hundreds of products. Asbestos was primarily used due to the fact that it is strong, resists fire and corrosion, and has very effective properties for insulation.<br /><br />In modern day, asbestos has many uses such as thermal pipe and boiler insulation, floor coverings, ceiling tiles, spray-applied fire proofing and sound proofing, roofing materials and "transite" pipe and sheeting. Though major public use was discontinued in the late 70s, asbestos continues to be a material used in countries outside of the U.S., and due to the fact that we trade for many of these countries goods it is necessary that we educate ourselves as to the materials used in production of the products and items we use daily.<br /><br />Many more cases of mesothelioma, due to asbestos exposure, are beginning to surface today. First, because our understanding and ability to recognize the disease has increased by leaps and bounds over the years, and second, because this particular cancer lays dormant within the carriers system for 30 to 40 years. With the widespread use of asbestos during the 20th century we are starting to see the consequences of exposure to this toxic material.<br /><br />Due to the fact that asbestos was in heavy concentration in the industrial and building trades during the mid 1900s, most carriers of mesothelioma cancer are men who where working around asbestos during that time. However, mesothelioma has been reported not only in cases of direct exposure, but also indirect, such as the families of these men, as they often returned home with asbestos fibers on their clothing. Even in today's day and age where asbestos has been all but removed from our lives, it is still possible to be diagnosed with mesothelioma as cases of this cancer have been diagnosed without the presence of asbestos exposure.<br /><br />It is also important to note that smokers who have been exposed to asbestos carry a far greater risk of mesothelioma. Some figures suggest as much as 3 times the percentage of a non-smoker with the same level of exposure. If you feel that you have been exposed to asbestos set an appointment with your physician to go over your chances of mesothelioma developing. The best thing a mesothelioma patient can do is to detect the presence of this disease early on, as it will increase your chances considerably :By Mike Andrews<br /></span></div>All You Need Zonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10214398927159061391noreply@blogger.com0