A mesothelioma diagnosis is difficult to hear from your doctor. Your course of treatment will depend on what stage the cancer is in when the doctor discovers it. Doctors generally categorize mesothelioma into the following four stages.
Stage 1 means the cancerous tumor has not spread to the other organs and tissues in the body. In this stage, surgeons can usually remove the cancer. In stage 2, the cancer is bigger and has spread to the lungs or diaphragm. Surgical removal is sometimes possible is stage 2. In stage 3 mesothelioma, the cancer is in the chest, esophagus or lymph nodes and surgery is not effective. In stage 4, the mesothelioma has made its way throughout the body in the chest, abdomen, neck and bones. This is the most serious stage and life expectancy is extremely short. An early and proper diagnosis is key to a longer life expectancy.
Patients suffering from a mesothelioma diagnosis can usually pinpoint the time in their life when they were exposed to deadly asbestos fibers. Asbestos was a large occupational hazard in the past 50 years and employers failed to protect their workers from exposure. If that is the case with you or a loved one, call our office at 504-522-7885 to speak with a mesothelioma attorney. We offer a free and confidential case review. Our mesothelioma website has more information on how we can help you.
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