Asbestos | Mesothelioma Cancer
The
mesothelium is a sac membrane that surrounds and protects most of the body's
internal organs. The first layer of the mesothelium covers the organ and the
second creates a protective sac around it. Mesothelioma is a cancerous tumor
that affects the mesothelial cells of a particular organ. The most common type
is pleural mesothelioma, which affects the membranes of the lungs. The second
type is peritoneal mesothelioma, which affects the membranes of the abdominal
cavity.
Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer that can spread quickly. The most common initial
symptoms of this disease are shortness of breath and constant chest pain. As
the disease progresses, other symptoms may include weight loss, abdominal pain
and swelling, bowel constriction, blood clotting abnormalities, fever and anemia.
The primary treatments for mesothelioma are radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
As with other cancers, there are also experimental clinical treatments available.
Decades ago, asbestos was commonly used in building and construction materials
such as cement, ceiling and floor tiles, gaskets, insulation, fireproofing
and acoustical materials, and more. Workers were unaware that they were being
exposed to asbestos, and would ultimately die from mesothelioma. As this horrible
disease doesn’t manifest itself until numerous years after exposure,
many people have only recently experienced symptoms or died from mesothelioma.
There is strong evidence to suggest that numerous manufacturers and distributors
knew for years that asbestos was dangerous, but did not disclose this information
to the general public.
Reyes | Browne | Reilley works with the top attorneys across the country to
help families of victims who have fallen prey to the deception from asbestos
manufacturers and distributors. If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed
with mesothelioma, it may be possible to obtain a cash award from the manufacturer(s)
at fault. Please fill out our Case Review Contact Form to the right on this
page to find out what your case is worth.
