What is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that affects the lining layer in many body cavities such as the lungs, chest and abdomen.
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What causes mesothelioma?
The primary risk factor for the injury of mesothelioma is the previous exposure to asbestos, a small molecule that has been used for insulation and heating homes. The use of this substance has become limited at present, and there are strict safety guidelines in the case of dealing with or around this substance. However, the negative effects of asbestos have not been known in the past decades when their use is more widespread, so older people exposed to asbestos at a young age may have a greater chance of contracting the disease. Asbestos-related cancers may take decades to develop and appear. If you were exposed to asbestos more than 20 years ago, you may still be at risk of developing mesothelioma.Unlike lung cancer, tobacco smoking does not cause mesothelioma, but studies have shown that smoking may increase the chance of cancers associated with asbestos. What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?
- Fluids in the lungs or abdomen breat
- hing difficulties
- Pain in the chest area
- Pain or swelling in the abdomen
- The presence of a mass in the abdomen
How is mesothelioma diagnosed?
Doctors at KHCC use a range of diagnostic techniques to obtain accurate diagnosis of mesothelioma and its stage:CT / Positron Emission Imaging for any organ or tissue dysfunction.Ultrasound Endoscopy (Endobronchial ultrasound -EBUS) to obtain images of the lungs and surrounding areas to detect the presence of any tumors, and this technique can be used to obtain biopsy of the lung tissue.Pulmonary function tests (PFT) to monitor breathing and evaluate lung function.Cellular cytology, a microscopic examination of mucosal cells of the lung.Bronchoscopy to examine the airways of the lungs.Suction suction across the chest to obtain a sample of lung tissue for examination under the microscope.Blood tests including full blood count (CBC).
How is mesothelioma treated at the King Hussein Cancer Center?
How is mesothelioma treated at the King Hussein Cancer Center?
A highly specialized team of oncologists, surgeons and lung specialists at the King Hussein Cancer Center sponsors mesothelioma patients. The appropriate treatment plan is based on tumor size and stage of disease. The treatment plan may include surgical options, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
the doctors
Mesothelioma patients at the King Hussein Cancer Center receive the best quality medical care through a multidisciplinary team of lung cancer specialists dedicated entirely to the diagnosis of mesothelioma and other cancers affecting the lungs and chest.
Supporting care
Supporting care
The multidisciplinary lung cancer clinic works closely with other sections of the King Hussein Cancer Center so that patients with mesothelioma have the best overall care possible.Supporting care services at the King Hussein Cancer Center include:
- Quit Smoking
- Psycho-social support
- Spiritual care
- natural therapy
- nutrition
- Respiratory care
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