Mesothelioma is a rare cancer and it affects the protective lining that covers vital organs. The main cause of mesothelioma is asbestos. It is very common in the chest wall and the lungs. However, it can also effect the heart and abdominal cavity too. It has been found in the vaginal cavity of women.
Most people that show signs of the disease have work in auto plants, shipyards and a variety of manufacturer plants that had a high level of asbestos on site. Many family members of the workers have show similiar symptoms after handling the clothes of the mesothelioma victim. The glass and asbestos dust particles were inhaled from the clothes.
Researchers have not found any links between smoking and mesothelioma. Many people over the years have sought out legal help regarding their exposure to mesothelioma. Many attorneys have helped victims reach settlements for pain, suffering and death for the disease.
Sign of the disease will include shortness of breath, chest pain and unexplained weight loss. Most medical professionals can detect the cancer with a CT scan, x-ray and following it up with a biopsy. Some may place a tube with a camera into the chest wall to search for the cancer which is called a thoracscopy.
If you suspect yourself or a loved one may have mesothelioma, see a doctor right away and find an attorney that can help you immediately.
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