Archive for January, 2007

Why Mesothelioma Verdicts and Settlements Are So Big

Friday, January 26th, 2007

You may see news of a multi-million dollar asbestos/mesothelioma case settlement and wonder, “People get cancer every day. Why does this person deserve $13 million?â€? (more…)

Mesothelioma Clinical Trials

Friday, January 19th, 2007

The usual standard mesothelioma treatments have not proven to be very effective, which is why patients with mesothelioma should seriously consider participating in a clinical trial. These trials are conducted by hospitals affiliated with universities to help develop treatments, and possibly even a cure for mesothelioma. (more…)

Managing and Treating Mesothelioma Symptoms: Palliative Care

Friday, January 12th, 2007

Since by the time Mesothelioma is discovered it is usually terminal, palliative care can sometimes be the best option. Palliative care is the general term for treatments that aim to soothe pain, and ease uncomfortable symptoms, rather than treat the actual illness.

To achieve the desired effects, some of these therapies rely on exercise, deep breathing, meditation, biofeedback therapy, muscle relaxation, and other techniques rather than drugs. Many mesothelioma symptoms can be lessened in this manner.

Palliative care generally tackles these symptoms: (more…)