Mesothelioma Q&A

March 25, 2009

• How Effective are Mesothelioma Cancer Lawsuits?

  If you're dealing with the medical and emotional effects of mesothelioma, or if you've had a family member who died from the disease, it's likely that you're eligible to file a lawsuit. (…)

January 30, 2009

• Are New Treatments For Mesothelioma Being Studied?

  Yes. (…)

• How is mesothelioma treated?

  Treatment for mesothelioma depends on the location of the cancer, the stage of the disease, and the patient’s age and general health. (…)

• What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?

  Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until 30 to 50 years after exposure to asbestos. (…)

• Who is at increased risk for developing mesothelioma?

  Asbestos has been mined and used commercially since the late 1800s. Its use greatly increased during World War II. (…)

• How common is mesothelioma?

  Although reported incidence rates have
  increased in the past 20 years, mesothelioma is still a relatively rare
  cancer. (…)

• What Is Mesothelioma?

  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. (…)