Mesothelioma in the Bay Area

Mesolthelioma is a form of cancer caused by the presence of asbestos dust in the lungs or chest cavity. This disease causes malignant cells to develop in the protective lining that covers the majority of the internal organs. Mesothelioma is caused by the inhalation of asbestos dust particles as result of working near or with asbestos. It is not uncommon for symptoms of this disease to appear 20 to 50 years after the initial exposure.

Contact The Legal Asbestos Center if you have mesothelioma and believe someone else is at fault for your illness.

California mesothelioma symptoms

Mesothelioma can be hard to detect and symptoms of the disease may not be noticeable until it is too late. If you have been in contact with asbestos, you should seek medical attention immediately.
Symptoms of mesothelioma include the following:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Coughing
  • Chest wall pain
  • Fatigue or anemia
  • Abdominal pain
  • Weight loss
  • Problems with bowel function

Treating mesothelioma in California

Early diagnoses can be vital in treating mesothelioma. Although the idea of treating such a disease may seem daunting, new techniques and treatments to battle mesothelioma are constantly being developed.
Currently, oncologists use the following treatments when dealing with mesothelioma:

  • Surgery: In the beginning stages of mesothelioma, surgery may be performed as a treatment. Surgical procedures may include the removal of cancerous tissue and the removal of liquid in the lungs. In severe cases, the lining of the lung may be removed in order to ease pain and reduce trouble breathing.
  • Chemotherapy: This treatment involves the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Although chemotherapy also kills healthy cells, it can alleviate pain and discomfort.
  • Radiation: If a patient is too weak for chemotherapy or surgery, radiation therapy can be used. This method of treatment involves the use of high-dose x-rays or gamma rays to kill cancer cells.

It is common for two or more of the above treatments to be used in combination in an attempt to eradicate mesothelioma. Alternative treatments include clinical trials and natural medicine.

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 either by phone 1-800-970-DUST (3878) or via our online form to learn more about your legal rights and to receive a complimentary information packet.

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