Medical Information
Each year, approximately 3,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with mesothelioma. In these pages you will find helpful information about the types of mesothelioma, symptoms of the disease, diagnosis, treatment options and helpful links to treatment centers and research programs.
Types and Symptoms of Mesothelioma
Learn about the various types of mesothelioma – pleural mesothelioma, peritoneal mesothelioma and pericardial mesothelioma – as well as the symptoms associated with each one and mesothelioma cell types. You can also learn about the difference between mesothelioma and lung cancer. This is not intended as a self-diagnostic tool.
Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Learn about the various diagnostic tools used to make a pleural mesothelioma diagnosis, peritoneal mesothelioma diagnosis and pericardial mesothelioma diagnosis. Diagnostic tests include a number of procedures at varying levels of invasiveness, from CT scans to blood tests to biopsies. Learn about staging and other prognostic factors.
Mesothelioma Treatment
Learn about mesothelioma treatment options. Find out about the medical team that can be involved in treating mesothelioma, and learn how to find a mesothelioma doctor or a cancer treatment center. Like other forms of cancer, surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation may be recommended depending on the stage and progression of the disease. You can also learn about clinical trials and innovative treatments.
Pain Management for Mesothelioma
How can you work together with your healthcare providers to manage your pain? Pain management, also called palliative care, is an important part of the treatment for mesothelioma. Learn here about how to help identify pain management issues and find the best solution for you. Learn more about alternative treatments that some mesothelioma patients have found helpful.
Medical FAQs
Visit our list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to learn about asbestos, mesothelioma, finding a doctor and coping with mesothelioma.
Medical Glossary
Browse our medical glossary to learn about various medical terms related to asbestos and mesothelioma types, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and more.