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Mesothelioma Cancer
Jun 13 2008, 2:52 PM EDT | Post edited: Jun 13 2008, 2:52 PM EDT
A very good friend of mine has a grandfather that was recently diagnosed with <a href="http://www.asbestos.com/">mesothelioma</a>. My friend told me that his chances of surviving are almost non-existent and that the treatment options for mesothelioma are pretty much only for slowing it down. I can't believe that more people aren't talking about how dangerous this type of cancer is and how it develops. After doing some research I found out that THE ONLY way you can get mesothelioma is through asbestos exposure. I think those responsible for the asbestos exposure should be held accountable.

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1. RE: Mesothelioma Cancer
Jun 22 2008, 1:10 PM EDT | Post edited: Jun 22 2008, 1:10 PM EDT
I am sorry to hear that about your friend's grandfather. Yes there is no known cure for mesothelioma, however palliative care is a good option. Here's more information on it:

Palliative care is a specialized type of caregiving where the pains and sufferings created from the symptoms of mesothelioma are reduced. The purpose of palliative care is to make the life of the mesothelioma sufferer as pain free and comfortable as possible. Palliative care does not prolong human life but rather eases it from suffering. Here is a list of common symptoms eased through palliative care:
Source: http://www.researchmesotheliomacancer.com

- Skin problems
- Loss of appetite
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Gastrointestinal (stomach) problems
- Anxiety/depression
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