Mesothelioma Survival Rate ; a hard fact !

As in the case of any other cancers ,Mesothelioma is also said to have a 5 year survival rate.But this depends on various number of factors like the stage of diagnosis , treatments and the extent of spread of malignancy,etc. In a recent study about the survival rate of Mesothelioma in U.S.Citizens,it was found that the only nine out of 100 patients survived for more than 5 years which makes us conclude that only nine percent of the cases are lucky enough to live a five years more.

Mesothelioma Navy ?

One may wonder what is the link between mesothelioma and the service in U.S Navy?
The answer is simple.Here goes.

The most common and the only reason for mesothelioma death in the United States is plainly the over exposure to the dust of Asbestos.Tens of thousands of tons of this deadly poisonous compound , asbestos was shipped to American Navy after the end of world war two>Surprisingly , both the Government and the manufacturers knew for sure the harmful effects of this deadly poison.

Even tiny dust particles of asbestos, if inhaled can lead to very severe asbestosis and other asbestos related illness.In Navy ships the ventilation is so bad that the tiny dust particles circulate within the whole ship and the poor crew are subjected to repeated exposure while cleaning and other routine maintenance activities.

Unfortunantely you cannot file a lawsuit against the U.S Navy since most of the asbestos manufacturing companes still supplies asbestos to the Naval Shipyards and Navy ships.

Mesothelioma Treatment Options

The basic principle being the treatment of any type of cancer is employed in the treatment of mesothelioma also that is finding out and destroying all the malignant tissues and cells and leaving the healthy tissues intact.The main three treatment modalities employed in treatment of Mesothelioma are

1.Surgery
2.Chemotherapy
3.Radiotherapy
4.Intraoperative photo dynamic therapy
5.Gene therapy
6.Immunotherapy

Out of these , the 1st three are the traditional methods and the last 3 are the modern techniques.Now lets discuss about the tradition treatments in datail.


Surgery

Surgery is the most common among all the treatments.The process involves removing the the cells and tissues of the affected part of the mesothelium lining the abdomen and the lungs.peritoneum and pleura.If the spread of malignancy is more , adjacent tissues, part of diaphragm , lung muscles etc are removed as per the extent of spread of the disease.In advanced cases , even the lung may be removed.

Radiotherapy

Radiotherapy makes use of x-rays and gamma rays, and other radiations to destroy the malignant cells and tissues. Radiotherapy is of two types namely,internal and external radiation therapies.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy , certain specific drugs are used to destroy the malignant cells.Chemotherapy can be done by way of internal medicine like pills or by injecting into the body.These drugs travels through the bloodstream and kills the malignant cells.

Symptoms of Mesothelioma of Peritoneum

The most common symptoms of mesothelioma of the peritoneum are

1.Ascites : Abnormal fluid collection in the abdominal cavity.

2.Weight loss

3.Pain in the abdomen

4.Swelling in the abdomen

5.Constipation

6.Fever mainly due to infection

7.Anaemia

Even if these are the visible symptoms of the disease , the diagnosis of peritoneal mesothelioma often occurs only in the advanced stages of the disease.

Mesothelioma of Peritoneum

Mesothelioma of peritoneum is a very rare type of cancer.Peritoneal mesothelipma primarily affects peritonium, which is the lining of the abdominal cavity.

Mesothelioma Lawyers San Diego ; How to choose?

In order to choose a better lawyer, first one must know in detail what mesothelioma is all about.I have mentioned it in my previous posts.

Now that you have a clear cut idea of the disease lets move on to our discussion on how to choose the right lawyer in San Diego.

San Diego is a huge place.This huge area is now connected to Los Angeles since there is no real division.It is a hectic task to find the right lawyer specialized in mesothelioma lawsuits from such a huge area especially if you are busy.Not to worry , there is solution to this problem.Just follow the steps below.

1.Go right away to the Oncologist or the doctor who treats you.He is the first person who can help you in this since he might have contacts. You know, medicine and law are entwined and one helps the other.

2.Call a local hospital and inquire.All it takes is a phone call.

3.Go to a law school in Southern California, they can help you with this.

4.Call various cancer support centers and groups.

The process does not end here. Finding a lawyer is just the first step. You have to evaluate the lawyer by interviewing him about is experience in the field , his background.Even if you choose Mr.X or Y ,a thorough research about the lawyer is a must.

Mesothelioma death

Usually any cancer patient has a 5 year survival rate , as a general rule. This may vary with various types of cancers and with various treatment modalities.

Even if mesothelioma is 100 percent preventable disease,is is one of the most deadliest cancer known.

The average life span of the inflicted patient is less than 24 months.
Every year 3000 people in the United States report Mesothelioma death.