Question 1

is mesothelioma lethal?

Accepted Answer

Usually: If not surgically removable, it is usually lethal.

Question 2

is mesothelioma hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: A new mutation in a gene called bap1 was discovered in august 2011 which predisposes people to develop mesothelioma (and melanoma of the eye.)   people with a strong family history of mesothelioma might carry this gene in their family.  To learn more:  http://www.Cancer.Gov/newscenter/pressreleases/2011/mesotheliomabap1.

Question 3

how common is mesothelioma?

Accepted Answer

Not common: Mesothelioma is a cancer of the lining of the lung and is almost exclusively associated with asbestos exposure.

Question 4

how is mesothelioma treated?

Accepted Answer

Traditional: Surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.

Question 5

how is mesothelioma diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Imaging, blood tests: Mesothelioma is a disease caused by exposure to asbestos. It is typically diagnosed by various imaging studies (ct scan, chest x-ray) and biopsies.

Question 6

how to manage mesothelioma pain?

Accepted Answer

Several: Oral narcotics
iv narcotics
rib anesthesia, 
spinal blocks _ epidurals

bad pain, bad problem
sorry.

Question 7

how do you diagnose mesothelioma?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy: A ct scan or chest X-ray can show the tumor and / the fluid caused by mesothelioma. A biopsy of the tumor can confirm mesothelioma.

Question 8

what is the cause of mesothelioma?

Accepted Answer

Mesothelioma: Cancer typically begins when a series of genetic mutations occur within a cell, causing the cell to grow and multiply out of control. It isn't clear what causes the initial genetic mutations that lead to mesothelioma. It's likely that cancers form because of an interaction between many factors, such as inherited conditions, your environment, your health conditions and your lifestyle choices.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of mesothelioma?

Accepted Answer

Cancer affecting the: Lining of the chest cavity and lungs is called mesothelioma. It produces fluid, leading to shortness of breath and cough.  Invading the chest, it can cause pain, especilaly on deep breath and cough.  Fatigue and weight loss are signals of advanced disease and may indicat difficulty tolerating treatment.

Question 10

where is mesothelioma disease detected?

Accepted Answer

The lungs: Mesothelioma is a malignancy of the covering of the lungs, called the pleura. It is usually discovered on a chest xray or a ct scan of the chest.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Mesothelioma in children

A member asked:

Is mesothelioma lethal?

A member asked:

Is mesothelioma hereditary?

A member asked:

How common is mesothelioma?

A member asked:

How is mesothelioma treated?

A member asked:

How is mesothelioma diagnosed?

A member asked:

How to manage mesothelioma pain?

A member asked:

How do you diagnose mesothelioma?

A member asked:

What is the cause of mesothelioma?

A member asked:

What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?

A member asked:

Where is mesothelioma disease detected?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?