Louisiana Mesothelioma Attorneys
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer which is caused by asbestos exposure. It kills most victims within a year of diagnosis. Mesothelioma is a very painful type of cancer. The symptoms usually do not appear until 20 to 50 years after asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma is rarely caught in its earliest stages, but when it is, treatment can successfully remove all of the cancer. Our Louisiana mesothelioma attorneys can help you get the compensation which can pay for your cancer treatments and more.
Mesothelioma and Asbestos
Mesothelioma is caused, almost exclusively, by asbestos. In most cases the asbestos fibers get into your body by inhalation. For that reason the majority of mesothelioma affects the lung area. Asbestos fibers are very tiny and sharp. They cause inflammation and irritation and eventually the development of abnormal cells.
It takes a very long time for asbestos to create cancer in your body, and mesothelioma rarely shows symptoms in the earliest stages. When it does it is typically overlooked by victims or misdiagnosed by doctors, robbing mesothelioma patients of their chance of recovery.
Types of Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is cancer of the mesothelium. The mesothelium is the protective membrane which surrounds your internal organs. The three main types of mesothelioma are categorized by the part of the body they affect:
- Lungs – Pleural mesothelioma affects the lining of the lungs. It is the most common type of mesothelioma. It is not the same as lung cancer, which can also be caused by asbestos exposure.
- Abdomen – Peritoneal mesothelioma develops in the membrane which lines the abdomen and surrounds the abdominal organs.
- Heart – Pericardial mesothelioma attacks the protective sac around the heart. It is the least common type of mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Treatment
There is no cure for mesothelioma. When most patients are diagnosed the cancer is already in the advanced stages and palliative care is the only treatment option. Palliative care addresses the symptoms and does not attempt to treat the cancer itself. It is aimed at making the patient more comfortable and, in some cases, it can extend your life.
If you or a loved one has mesothelioma or any asbestos-related illness, please call or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if our Louisiana mesothelioma attorneys agree to handle your mesothelioma claim, they will work on a contingent fee basis, which means they only get paid for their services if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before the expiration of the statute of limitations. Please call our Louisiana mesothelioma attorneys right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.