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Mesothelioma

Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the mesothelium, a lining inside of the body. Mesothelioma cancer tumors can appear in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, or testicles. This cancer is caused by asbestos exposure. You may be able to get medical treatment and financial aid for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases.

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What Is Mesothelioma?

A black and white chest X-ray.

Mesothelioma is a cancer that develops in the lining of major organs. It’s a rare cancer, with around 3,000 new cases each year. It’s also very aggressive. Most mesothelioma patients only live for 12-21 months after they are diagnosed.

Sadly, many mesothelioma cases could have been prevented. The only known cause of this cancer is exposure to asbestos fibers.

Asbestos is a highly durable substance that was once used in thousands of products. Makers of asbestos-based products knew the health risks as far back as the 1930s but hid the dangers for decades to keep profits high.

Mesothelioma takes decades to develop after asbestos exposure. This is why thousands develop mesothelioma each year even though the use of asbestos has been restricted since the early 1980s.

A mesothelioma cancer diagnosis can be very scary, but help is available. You can pursue treatment and financial compensation after a diagnosis.

The patient advocates at Lung Cancer Group can help you and your loved ones find medical care and secure financial aid. Call (866) 931-3591 to get started or click the link here: https://www.lungcancergroup.com/mesothelioma

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