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The stage of mesothelioma cancer describes how far the tumor has spread from where it first appeared. Mesothelioma advances more the farther the tumor spreads. The primary difference between stage 1 and 2 is that cancer cells have started to spread into the lymph nodes surrounding the… Read more
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Mesothelioma is a rare and deadly cancer caused by exposure to asbestos - a toxic mineral that was used in many products and building materials in the 20th century. Many companies knew the health risks of asbestos exposure as early as the 1930s but failed to warn the public. Because of this,… Read more
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Exposure to asbestos is the only known cause of mesothelioma. Mississippi, because of its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, is home to major shipyards and oil production sites that present asbestos contamination concerns. To compound matters, the wreckage brought about by Hurricane Katrina exposed… Read more
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Mesothelioma progresses in stages, with each one having its own prognosis. Here’s what you need to know about stage 1 mesothelioma.The Earliest StageStage 1 mesothelioma is the least advanced form of the disease. At this stage, tumors remain localized in or near the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or… Read more
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Stage 4 mesothelioma is the most advanced form of the disease and is accompanied by severe symptoms and a poor prognosis. By this final stage, tumors may have metastasized, or spread beyond the original affected area to the lymph nodes, brain, spine, prostate, the lining of the heart, and elsewhere… Read more
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Typically, people who are diagnosed with mesothelioma have an excellent chance of recovering monetary damages from the company responsible for exposing them to asbestos or from a victims’ trust fund. If you have been diagnosed with the disease, a mesothelioma lawyer at Morgan & Morgan will work… Read more
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Mesothelioma, typically caused by exposure to asbestos, is one of the most difficult types of cancer to diagnose. That’s partly because it develops slowly. Medical studies have shown that the latency period can take anywhere from 20 to 50 years. The long latency period makes it particularly… Read more
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Mesothelioma is one of the most devastating cancer diagnoses a person can receive. It is aggressive, difficult to treat, and tied to asbestos exposure. For many families, the word asbestos brings to mind factories, shipyards, insulation, and industrial job sites.But some lawsuits have raised a… Read more
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The ominous commercials typically run at night. They describe a type of cancer called mesothelioma, which develops in the thin layer of tissue that protects the majority of internal organs against infections. The commercials link the development of mesothelioma with prolonged exposure to asbestos,… Read more
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Since the early 20th century, the health risks associated with asbestos have been well known. However, companies in Kentucky and throughout the United States continued to use the deadly mineral, putting their employees and consumers in danger for decades. Asbestos was used in mining, manufacturing… Read more
