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MESOTHELIOMA
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The Malignant-Mesothelioma-Resource site is an education-based resource to assist individuals who may be at risk for mesothelioma, asbestosis, or asbestos-related pleural disease. Our Web site contains sections explaining the dangers of mesothelioma, the medical issues involved, available treatment options, links to cancer societies and support groups, as well as legal remedies for victims of this form of lung cancer. Mesothelioma
is an extremely dangerous form of lung cancer that derives from
exposure to certain asbestos fibers that penetrate deep within the
layers of the lungs. The body is unable to dispel the fibers, which
eventually cause an inflammatory condition in the lungs. This condition
is thought to be responsible for the resulting tumor that can form
either around the lining of the lungs (pleura), the abdomen (peritoneum)
or around the heart (pericardium). The tumor is very difficult to
expunge from the body and can destroy these vital organs. |