Do you know what a mesothelioma disease means?

Asbestos is composed of minerals, known since antiquity, with long, thin fibrous crystals. It became popular due to its resistance to heat, electricity and chemical damage, sound absorption and tensile strength. When asbestos is used for its resistance to fire or heat, the fibers are often mixed with cement or woven into fabric or mats. The inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses, including mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is almost always caused by previous exposure to asbestos. Malignant cells are developed in the mesothelium (the protective lining of internal organs in our body). Other affected site also includes the pleura (outer lining of the lung and chest cavity), pericardium (a protective layer that protects the heart) and also the peritoneum (the lining of our abdominal cavity).

People who developed mesothelioma disease have worked on jobs that have been exposed to asbestos dust and fiber where they inhaled asbestos particles. Some of the symptoms include loss of weight, decrease in the size of skeletal muscle (muscle atrophy), fatigue, weakness and significant loss of appetite in someone who is not actively trying to lose weight.

Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy are the most common treatment option for this disease. According to Maune Raichle Law Firm, getting treatment is much more important than filing a mesothelioma claim. They concentrated in these services and are expert about mesothelioma law. It is best to consult Amune Raichle Law Firm to know more other mesothelioma information.

Mesothelioma disease can be prevented in some ways. If you’re a worker and exposed to asbestos, it is advisable that you should wear protective clothing and masks. It is also good practice to change clothing before leaving work to avoid bringing particles at home. Always remember your family members specially the young ones if exposed to asbestos particles, they may have high risk in developing such diseases. So be careful and observe proper personal hygiene when you arrive home. Remember prevention is better than cure.