With the increase in the number of mesothelioma diagnoses, due to contact with asbestos, additional guidance and mesothelioma resources are now available. The number of available resources has increased due to knowledge that has been acquired since the 1970s. This increased knowledge has then allowed doctors to determine methods of mesothelioma prevention and treatment.
Treating Mesothelioma
Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for mesothelioma or for other lung conditions that are caused by exposure to asbestos. Nevertheless, clinical research studies have been significant in the increased knowledge of treating disorders relating to the lung. Physicians have also found ways by which pain can be alleviated through mesothelioma treatment, which allows for patients to retain a higher quality of life.
Resources
There are many resources which are available regarding the medical, mental, and legal issues pertaining to the condition. However it remains difficult to retain a positive attitude after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Fortunately, several organizations exist which provide support and alternative therapies to patients, including acupuncture and massage therapy.
Because it is often difficult to manage pain with alternative treatments, radiation and chemotherapy remain the only effective ways to reduce discomfort. It is therefore essential that both emotional and mental symptoms be addressed along with the physical discomfort accompanying this disease.
Other Support
Along with the emotional strain after diagnosis, financial and legal support is also often required. It is common for medical bills to be overwhelming once all of the medications and treatments have been determined. However, many individuals have fought for their rights to compensation, with the majority of cases related to employment.
Sadly, because mesothelioma has such an unclear diagnosis, many patients must also contact attorneys to write their wills and assign power of attorney, while also dictating their medical wishes. It is important that medical and legal desires of patients be recorded in order to ensure that their wishes are met, both while they fight mesothelioma and after they pass away.
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that remains largely misunderstood. Because of this, there is often much information newly-diagnosed patients need and their loved ones need to see. Luckily, organizations are able to provide support to patients as well as direct them to specific hospitals qualified to treat mesothelioma. It is vital patients learn as much about their condition as possible to ensure they receive the best treatment possible while managing their emotional, mental and physical stress.
References:
American Cancer Society
Mayo Clinic
Treating Mesothelioma
Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for mesothelioma or for other lung conditions that are caused by exposure to asbestos. Nevertheless, clinical research studies have been significant in the increased knowledge of treating disorders relating to the lung. Physicians have also found ways by which pain can be alleviated through mesothelioma treatment, which allows for patients to retain a higher quality of life.
Resources
There are many resources which are available regarding the medical, mental, and legal issues pertaining to the condition. However it remains difficult to retain a positive attitude after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Fortunately, several organizations exist which provide support and alternative therapies to patients, including acupuncture and massage therapy.
Because it is often difficult to manage pain with alternative treatments, radiation and chemotherapy remain the only effective ways to reduce discomfort. It is therefore essential that both emotional and mental symptoms be addressed along with the physical discomfort accompanying this disease.
Other Support
Along with the emotional strain after diagnosis, financial and legal support is also often required. It is common for medical bills to be overwhelming once all of the medications and treatments have been determined. However, many individuals have fought for their rights to compensation, with the majority of cases related to employment.
Sadly, because mesothelioma has such an unclear diagnosis, many patients must also contact attorneys to write their wills and assign power of attorney, while also dictating their medical wishes. It is important that medical and legal desires of patients be recorded in order to ensure that their wishes are met, both while they fight mesothelioma and after they pass away.
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that remains largely misunderstood. Because of this, there is often much information newly-diagnosed patients need and their loved ones need to see. Luckily, organizations are able to provide support to patients as well as direct them to specific hospitals qualified to treat mesothelioma. It is vital patients learn as much about their condition as possible to ensure they receive the best treatment possible while managing their emotional, mental and physical stress.
References:
American Cancer Society
Mayo Clinic
