Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma, an occupational disease

Mesothelioma is undoubtedly a typical pathology for certain categories of workers. It is an unpleasant tumour, frequent due to exposure to certain substances such as asbestos, and has a higher incidence in men. Read on to find out more about mesothelioma, its pathogenesis and the treatment that is indicated for its cure. We will also… Continue reading Mesothelioma, an occupational disease

2022-03-04Elisa

Is it possible to cure Mesothelioma?

Mainly associated with occupational exposure to asbestos fibers, pleural mesothelioma is a scary tumor because of the reduced probability of cure (more than for its diffusion). The numbers, although increasing, are contained. But it is on the therapeutic response of the tumor that affects the membrane that surrounds the lungs (pleura) that we need to… Continue reading Is it possible to cure Mesothelioma?

2021-12-23Alessandro

What are the symptoms to recognize mesothelioma?

Mesothelioma is a cancer that affects the mesothelium cell, a membrane that lines the lungs, but also the heart and abdominal organs, male testicles and uterus, in women.There are different types of mesothelioma, the most common being pleural mesothelioma, which occurs in the lung pleura, and peritoneal mesothelioma, which affects the peritoneum. The peritoneum serves… Continue reading What are the symptoms to recognize mesothelioma?

2021-12-23Alessandro