Mesothelioma is one of those health related issues where there is still lot of work to be done. No wonder that there are so many therapies which are in the clinical trial phase and there are experiment s going on with them. A lot in the treatment procedure depends on the early diagnosis and imaging of mesothelioma. If diagnosed at a later stage, there is not much that can be done with the tumor or cancer. Those who work in the...more
If you have worked tirelessly on your job which involved a high amount of exposure to asbestos, then it is quite possible that you might have contracted Mesothelioma. If you have been diagnosed with this condition, you don't have to feel completely depressed about it. A number of individuals that have had this condition have been able to get a lot of money out of it by suing all the companies that were responsible for the onset of...more
Mesothelioma, said to be caused by asbestos exposure involves a tumor or cancer of the mesothelium or sacs that protect all the main organs in the body. Malignant mesolthelioma affects the cells of the lining causing them to behave in an abnormal fashion. There are many types of mesothelioma.Pleural Mesolthelioma In this case, the pleural lining or the protective lining and cavity of the lungs is affected by the cancer. This damage is shown by the buildup of fluid between chest cavity and lung lining which creates enormous problems for the patients. Some of the common symptoms of this form of the disease include coughing up blood, experiencing problems in breathing, swallowing difficulty, constant coughing, shortness of breath, fever and weight loss. The buildup of the fluid is commonly referred to as pleural effusion. Although, advancements are being made, there is currently no treatment available for this disease. However, like all other forms the patient is made to undergo chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery. Its spread is also indicated by the swelling of the patient's neck areas and face. Dyspnea which too is characterized by shortness of breathing and...more
There is no dearth to the number of different viruses that are out there today. Each one comes with its own fair share of issues and you might be wondering how you might be able to avoid catching them over the course of your life. While simply taking care of yourself and not indulging in harmful activities might help avoid falling ill...more
Breast cancer is a highly treatable disease that now has a survival rate of 85 percent. Yet more than 212,000 women are still diagnosed with the condition each year.Since early diagnosis is an important key to successful treatment, doctors say it's important that all women over the age of 18 do a Breast Self-Exam (BSE) every month, two or three...more
An orthodontist is a specialist dentist who has studied for a further three years (in most countries) after basic dentistry studies, to enable him to practice orthodontics, which is the study and treatment of incorrect bites (technically known as malocclusions); irregularities and displacement in the position of teeth - often caused by thumb-sucking, losing baby or milk teeth too early because of decay, but may also be of a genetic nature; and misalignment of the jaw. Many people who do not suffer from any of these irregularities, but may not have perfectly straight teeth, still choose to go to an orthodontist in order to have a million-dollar smile. Finding the right doctor for your teeth:Finding the best treatment for teeth straightening requires some research. Your dentist would generally decide if you need orthodontic treatment and he should be able to recommend an appropriate orthodontist, and together they will take care of your teeth throughout the treatment period. Bear in mind at this point that some dentists offer to do the work themselves, but this option should not even be considered. You need a specialist to do specialist work. As one in five adults have...more
If you feel intimidated by the thought of filing a lawsuit you are definitely not alone. Most people are reluctant to file any kind of lawsuit, even if they know they were wronged. And even if they have decided to initiate the process many people...more
At New Century Spine Centers in San Diego, there are many chiropractic patients who come in for more than just back pain. Advice is a common occurrence at a chiropractor's office. For many years, we have known two important things to be true. First...more
Since the beginning of the twentieth century asbestos manufacturers knew that the products they were making exposed millions of people to life-threatening health risks. And yet they continued to manufacture their products and selfishly ignored the...more
Being diagnosed with cancer is a tough experience. Prostate cancer patients can experience major depression. It is even more hard to accept especially when there is no there to listen and support them. You can play a big part on giving...more
Would it surprise you to know that for almost two thousand years people have suspected that there are serious health problems associated with exposure to asbestos?Pliny the Elder, in the first century AD, observed that there was a high degree of...more
Prostate cancer is one of the leading types of cancer among men. With its discovery, prostate cancer treatment is made possible to be able to prevent the rise of the incidence and mortality rates that occur in a large number of males....more