The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We offer more free comprehensive services for a US Navy Veteran or a US citizen dealing with a mesothelioma cancer diagnosis than any other group or organization-period. We are the only group that will recommend who we think are the actual best mesothelioma trial law firms in the nation along with their specific contacts, and we are the only group in the nation that will spend days coming up with the best cancer treatment options or mesothelioma oncology physicians names and contact information in the specific area, state, region or nationally for a Veteran, individual or family dealing with a mesothelioma cancer diagnosis. No other group offers anything close to this." The group says, "We went through mesothelioma with a close family member. We do not want other families to have to start from scratch, as was the case with our family. If you are dealing with a mesothelioma cancer diagnosis, we are hoping you call us first because our services really are without equal." For more information a just diagnosed victim of mesothelioma or their family members can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466, or they can contact the group via its web site at http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "Why do we talk about US Navy Veterans so often in our press releases when it comes to our free services for victims of this rare form of cancer? Of the approximately 3000 US citizens, who will be diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer in 2011, about 1000, or one third of the entire group are US Navy Veterans. The reason we started our mesothelioma initiative was because our close family member was a US Navy Veteran, and as we looked around there was not one group that offered more than just one attorney's name, and no group offered exhaustive research on cancer treatment options for a just diagnosed mesothelioma victim or their family members. We are doing everything possible to change the way things were with respect to no transparency and not much honesty when we discovered mesothelioma, so that no individual or family dealing with this rare form of cancer has to start from scratch. Our door is always open for a US Navy Veteran, an individual or family member dealing with a mesothelioma cancer diagnosis." For more information please call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466, or contact the group via its web site at http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Aside from US Navy Veterans, other high risk groups for mesothelioma cancer include shipyard, power plant, or oil refinery workers, plumbers, electricians, county, or city municipal water district workers, miners, demolition construction contractors, railroad workers, or auto brake technicians. The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We are becoming increasingly worried about retired electricians, plumbers and especially city or county water works employees and mesothelioma. If these individuals were working in the 1950's, 1960's, or 1970's, they were probably exposed to enormous levels of asbestos, on their job sites. City or county water works employees could have been exposed to asbestos pipes up until the early 1990's." They say,"One thing we really want families to understand is mesothelioma cancer does not typically show up until the Navy Veteran or US citizen is in their 60's, and more often than not their 70's, or 80's. Frequently mesothelioma is diagnosed three, four, or even five decades after the exposure to asbestos." http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Showing posts with label Mesothelioma Chemotherapy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mesothelioma Chemotherapy. Show all posts
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Evaluating Chemotherapy Options
Deciding which chemotherapy option is the best treatment for specific mesothelioma cases depends on a number of factors, including the type of mesothelioma, the stage of the disease, and other treatment being administered. Factors such as overall physical health and age are also taken into consideration when detailing a chemotherapy treatment plan.
Currently more than 100 chemotherapy drugs are on the market but only a handful are deemed appropriate for fighting mesothelioma. In most cases, doctors treating mesothelioma patients recommend combination therapy - the tandem use of two different chemotherapy drugs. These combinations have been proven to be the most successful in the fight against mesothelioma. .
All treatment options will be thoroughly discussed with the patient's cancer doctor before a decision is made. Patients should provide a full disclosure of their medical history, including details of any prescriptions and over-the-counter medications being taken to ensure treatment is administered with the most appropriate chemotherapeutic agent.
Currently, the most common chemotherapy drugs for mesothelioma include Alimta (the only FDA-approved drug specifically designed for the treatment of mesothelioma), Cisplatin, Carboplatin, Onconase, Gemcitabine, and Navelbine. The medications are usually administered conventionally (by IV or pill form), or may be used in a newer treatment method called heated chemotherapy.
Currently more than 100 chemotherapy drugs are on the market but only a handful are deemed appropriate for fighting mesothelioma. In most cases, doctors treating mesothelioma patients recommend combination therapy - the tandem use of two different chemotherapy drugs. These combinations have been proven to be the most successful in the fight against mesothelioma. .
All treatment options will be thoroughly discussed with the patient's cancer doctor before a decision is made. Patients should provide a full disclosure of their medical history, including details of any prescriptions and over-the-counter medications being taken to ensure treatment is administered with the most appropriate chemotherapeutic agent.
Currently, the most common chemotherapy drugs for mesothelioma include Alimta (the only FDA-approved drug specifically designed for the treatment of mesothelioma), Cisplatin, Carboplatin, Onconase, Gemcitabine, and Navelbine. The medications are usually administered conventionally (by IV or pill form), or may be used in a newer treatment method called heated chemotherapy.
Chemotherapy Cure Mesothelioma?
Currently, there is no proven cure for mesothelioma. However, chemotherapy can help control symptoms and shrink tumors and is largely used as a palliative measure to help improve the patient's quality of life. The development of combination treatments has proved successful in achieving longer survival rates and researchers continue to look for new ways to fight this aggressive disease.
If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may find solace in reading “Lean on Me – Cancer through a Carer’s Eyes,” a touching story by Lorraine Kember who recounts her husband’s journey with mesothelioma in this emotional and informative book. For your complimentary copy, please use this form or visit the “Support Book” link to the right for more information.
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Mesothelioma Chemotherapy
The term "chemotherapy" may be used to describe any drugs used in the treatment of disease but the word is commonly used to refer to medications utilized in the treatment of cancer. The term refers to treating disease with chemicals that kill cells.
Generally, chemotherapy drugs work by targeting specific processes in cells that are undergoing rapid division and growth, preventing cell division, resulting in the death of the cancerous cells. Unfortunately, these drugs are not highly specific, and in addition to killing cancerous cells, chemotherapeutic drugs also kill healthy cells, such as those involved in hair growth.
In terms of mesothelioma treatment, several options for chemotherapy are available. Most chemotherapy drugs have specific side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, hair loss, and increased vulnerability to infection. Any symptoms experienced while undergoing treatment with chemotherapeutic drugs should be reported to the doctor.
Many mesothelioma patients will consider chemotherapy as a treatment option. Understanding the various chemotherapy options and available treatments often helps patients and their loved ones make the best decision for their personal situation. We offer a comprehensive packet detailing treatment and chemotherapy options and information about the side effects of the treatment, providing patients and family members with the most current information available. Click here to receive this packet overnight.
In terms of mesothelioma treatment, several options for chemotherapy are available. Most chemotherapy drugs have specific side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, hair loss, and increased vulnerability to infection. Any symptoms experienced while undergoing treatment with chemotherapeutic drugs should be reported to the doctor.
Many mesothelioma patients will consider chemotherapy as a treatment option. Understanding the various chemotherapy options and available treatments often helps patients and their loved ones make the best decision for their personal situation. We offer a comprehensive packet detailing treatment and chemotherapy options and information about the side effects of the treatment, providing patients and family members with the most current information available. Click here to receive this packet overnight.
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