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Understanding Mesothelioma, 2nd Edition

Understanding Mesothelioma is an excellent resource that provides an overview of mesothelioma—including causes, diagnosis, new treatment options, caregiving, and more.

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What Information Does the Book Cover?

Understanding Mesothelioma is a 10-chapter, 81-page book that provides an overview of mesothelioma, including its causes, diagnosis, and new treatment options. It also features three survivors who share their stories and offer their advice to others battling the disease.

Chapter 1

Causes

While asbestos is far and away the most common cause of mesothelioma, there are theories of other causes or cofactors of the disease, such as viruses, alternate mineral fiber exposure, radiation exposure and genetic predisposition. Asbestos can also cause other thoracic diseases, some with symptoms similar to mesothelioma.

Chapter 2

Diagnosis

Diagnosing mesothelioma can be a complicated process. Mesothelioma symptoms are vague, and many tests may be needed to reach a proper diagnosis. Once a final diagnosis is made, the stage of the disease will be determined, and a course of treatment can be decided.

Chapter 3

Finding a Specialist

The process of choosing a doctor should never be taken lightly, especially when dealing with cancer treatment. Treatment for mesothelioma can be complex and may require finding more than one specialist, such as an oncologist, a radiologist or a surgeon.

Chapter 4

Treatment Options

There are a variety of treatment options for patients with mesothelioma, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Oftentimes, a combination of these therapies is used. The specific options chosen depend on factors related to both the patient (such as age and overall health) and the location and stage or extent of disease.

Chapter 5

Side Effects and Coping Strategies

Almost all cancer treatments have side effects. Physicians should discuss with their patients the expected benefits of therapy with the expected side effects when choosing a particular approach.

Chapter 6

Legal Issues and Legislation

Companies involved in the manufacture and distribution of products containing asbestos can be held liable for the resulting harm, such as the development of mesothelioma in workers who were exposed to asbestos. 

Chapter 7

Survivorship

The transition into survivorship can be complex. Survivors often worry about recurrence or disease progression, may suffer from long term side effects of treatment and can have emotional issues from having cancer. A survivorship plan can help organize follow-up care and provide patients with tools to ease into this next phase.

Chapter 8

Caregiving

Being a caregiver is one of the most important—and loving—things a person can do for someone. However, it is important for caregivers to take care of themselves and not get stressed so that they have energy for the patient and their loved ones.

Chapter 9

Preparing for End of Life

It is imperative that patients make their wishes known when they are dealing with a life-threatening illness like mesothelioma. They can do this at any time with a care plan. Advanced care planning is defined as planning for current and future medical care, assuring a patient’s quality of life and allowing for a comfortable death.

Chapter 10

Resources

People with mesothelioma and their families need assistance coping with the emotional and practical aspects of the disease. Get a complete list of cancer resources.

Who Created the Book?

The book is sponsored by Baron & Budd, P.C. and published by CURE Media Group.

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Baron & Budd – a national mesothelioma law firm dedicated to providing top resources to mesothelioma patients.

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CURE Media Group – a nationally recognized, award-winning magazine.

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Since mesothelioma is a rare cancer, it can be difficult for patients to get the information they need to make informed decisions about their health and their future.

Who Is the Book For?

The book is a must-read for anyone affected by mesothelioma and asbestos-related illnesses.

Why Was The Book Created?

Understanding Mesothelioma was created to educate mesothelioma patients and their families about this cancer.

How Much Does the Book Cost?

It is available at no cost to mesothelioma patients and caregivers, compliments of our sponsor, Baron and Budd, P.C.

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  • Clinical staging determines how much cancer is present based on a physical examination, imaging tests, and biopsies.
  • Pathological staging is conducted after a tumor is surgically removed.
  • Post-therapy staging determines how much cancer remains after a patient receives treatment, and
  • Recurrence staging determines the extent of the cancer if it returns after treatment.

Pleural mesothelioma patients may undergo one or more types of staging to determine whether they have stage 1, 2, 3, or 4 cancer, with stage 4 being the most severe.

Is the Book Available Electronically?

Yes, Understanding Mesothelioma is also available as an e-book.

Book Dedication

Understanding Mesothelioma is dedicated to the clients, past and present, whom we’ve had the honor of representing over the last 40+ years.

Your fortitude, spirit, and determination inspire us every day.

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Louisiana Mesothelioma Advocates (LMA) is funded and owned by Baron & Budd, P.C. LMA is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The information provided is an educational resource.

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Todd Kale meets with mesothelioma patients and their families across Louisiana to investigate their asbestos exposure, providing compassionate support and guidance during a difficult time.