California Asbestos Exposure Mesothelioma
Bay Area Mesothelioma Laws
Mesothelioma is an uncommon type of cancer that affects the mesothelium, the tissue lining that surrounds and protects many of the body's organs. The primary risk factor associated with the development of mesothelioma is asbestos exposure.
Because mesothelioma is incurable and fatal, it's important for those who regularly came into contact with asbestos fibers to understand the symptoms of mesothelioma, as well as the treatments for it.
Symptoms of Mesothelioma
Although intact asbestos is harmless, once disturbed and airborne, asbestos fibers are easy to inhale and are extremely toxic. Years of inhaling these asbestos fibers can seriously affect a person's health, causing some to develop various types of cancer, including mesothelioma.
In most patients, noticeable symptoms of mesothelioma take between 15 and 50 years to arise. When present, symptoms typically include:
- Arrhythmias
- Fatigue
- Loss of weight
- Chest pain
- General breathing problems
- Persistent coughing
- Difficulty swallowing
- Hoarse throat
- Sleeping problems
Those who experience any combination of the above symptoms and who have a history of asbestos exposure should seek immediate medical attention for a proper diagnosis. Doctors will likely perform a biopsy, an x-ray and/or a CT scan to determine whether or not mesothelioma cancer is present.
Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Cancer: Who is at Risk?
Although many people come into contact with harmful asbestos fibers at some point in their lives, those who are at the highest risk of developing mesothelioma are people who regularly work with asbestos, such as:
- Construction workers
- Longshoremen
- Painters
- Boilermakers
- Machinists
- Pipe fitters
- Demolition workers
- Mechanics
- Railroad workers
- Electricians
- Miners
- Shipbuilders
- Welders
The Asbestos Legal Center has Represented all these Trades
Mesothelioma Treatments
Because mesothelioma can develop for years without being noticed, it usually is not diagnosed until it has progressed to advanced, less treatable stages. Depending on how critical the condition is, mesothelioma treatment can involve:
- Chemotherapy
- Palliative care (This refers to any medication, therapy and/or piece of equipment that makes patients more comfortable without directly treating the condition itself.)
- Radiation
- Surgery
For the best prognoses, patients will need to follow through with all prescribed treatments. In general, most mesothelioma patients only live for about 18 months after being diagnosed.
Protecting the Rights of Mesothelioma Victims
Victims of mesothelioma cancer may be entitled to compensation. The attorneys at The Asbestos Legal Center help mesothelioma victims and their families obtain the compensation they deserve. Contact our firm today to learn more about your legal rights and to receive a complimentary information packet.
California Asbestos Exposure Mesothelioma
Bay Area Mesothelioma Laws
Mesothelioma is an uncommon type of cancer that affects the mesothelium, the tissue lining that surrounds and protects many of the body's organs. The primary risk factor associated with the development of mesothelioma is asbestos exposure.
Because mesothelioma is incurable and fatal, it's important for those who regularly came into contact with asbestos fibers to understand the symptoms of mesothelioma, as well as the treatments for it.
Symptoms of Mesothelioma
Although intact asbestos is harmless, once disturbed and airborne, asbestos fibers are easy to inhale and are extremely toxic. Years of inhaling these asbestos fibers can seriously affect a person's health, causing some to develop various types of cancer, including mesothelioma.
In most patients, noticeable symptoms of mesothelioma take between 15 and 50 years to arise. When present, symptoms typically include:
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Those who experience any combination of the above symptoms and who have a history of asbestos exposure should seek immediate medical attention for a proper diagnosis. Doctors will likely perform a biopsy, an x-ray and/or a CT scan to determine whether or not mesothelioma cancer is present.
Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Cancer: Who is at Risk?
Although many people come into contact with harmful asbestos fibers at some point in their lives, those who are at the highest risk of developing mesothelioma are people who regularly work with asbestos, such as:
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The Asbestos Legal Center has Represented all these Trades
Mesothelioma Treatments
Because mesothelioma can develop for years without being noticed, it usually is not diagnosed until it has progressed to advanced, less treatable stages. Depending on how critical the condition is, mesothelioma treatment can involve:
- Chemotherapy
- Palliative care (This refers to any medication, therapy and/or piece of equipment that makes patients more comfortable without directly treating the condition itself.)
- Radiation
- Surgery
For the best prognoses, patients will need to follow through with all prescribed treatments. In general, most mesothelioma patients only live for about 18 months after being diagnosed.
Protecting the Rights of Mesothelioma Victims
Victims of mesothelioma cancer may be entitled to compensation. The attorneys at The Asbestos Legal Center help mesothelioma victims and their families obtain the compensation they deserve. Contact our firm today to learn more about your legal rights and to receive a complimentary information packet.
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Millions in Compensation
Asbestos was once widely used, and many employers and product manufacturers failed to provide adequate warnings regarding the risks of asbestos exposure. As a result of such negligence, mesothelioma victims can file a lawsuit to potentially obtain millions in compensation for their illness. The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos.
