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Is Mesothelioma Curable?

Is mesothelioma curable? Unfortunately, researchers have yet to discover  a cure for mesothelioma, which is caused by inhalation or swallowing of asbestos fibers that are carcinogenic to the human body. The main problem with successfully treating someone diagnosed with mesothelioma is the fact that this disease is rarely diagnosed in its early stages. Most diagnoses read more »

Diagnosing Mesothelioma

A physician diagnosing mesothelioma will employ several techniques in order to correctly diagnose the type of mesothelioma and what to what stage it has progressed. After obtaining the patient’s medical history and any other pertinent information, the doctor will order one of several tests—x-rays, CT scans, MRIs, or PETs. X-rays are only helpful if tumors read more »