eMedTV Mesothelioma Articles

Malignant Mesothelioma

Mon, 3 Nov 2008 12:28:31 CST

Malignant Mesothelioma
Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that is often the result of exposure to asbestos. This eMedTV segment gives an overview of this condition, including possible symptoms, making a diagnosis, treatment options, and more.

Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 18:00:38 CDT

Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a rare cancer that affects the thin layer of tissue that covers the lungs. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this disease, including information about its risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and more.

Alternative Mesothelioma Treatment

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 21:43:13 CST

Alternative Mesothelioma Treatment
Types of alternative treatment for mesothelioma include acupuncture, massage therapy, and meditation. This eMedTV article discusses several alternative treatment options and provides a list of questions to ask prior to starting such treatment.

Mesotheleoma

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:11:40 CDT

Mesotheleoma
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that typically occurs in people working with asbestos. This eMedTV resource briefly explains how common this condition is and lists available treatment options. Mesotheleoma is a common misspelling of mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma Chemotherapy

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 16:33:04 CDT

Mesothelioma Chemotherapy
When treating mesothelioma, chemotherapy may be used to stop the growth of cancer cells and reduce pain. This eMedTV article discusses mesothelioma and chemotherapy, including information about potential side effects of treatment.

Mesothelioma Diagnosis

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:00:31 CDT

Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Making a diagnosis of mesothelioma may involve tests such as a CT scan or a biopsy. This eMedTV article describes the process of diagnosing this illness, and explains how it is often confused with other conditions.

Mesothelioma Pain

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 14:02:06 CDT

Mesothelioma Pain
In people with mesothelioma, pain may be the result of the cancer or a side effect of treatment. As this eMedTV article explains, in most cases of mesothelioma, pain can be relieved using medications, alternative treatments, or both.

Mesothelioma Prognosis

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:24:24 CDT

Mesothelioma Prognosis
A medical opinion as to the outcome of a disease is what's known as a prognosis. As this eMedTV article explains, doctors base a mesothelioma prognosis on factors such as the size of the tumor and the amount of fluid in the chest or abdomen.

Mesothelioma Radiation

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 16:51:47 CDT

Mesothelioma Radiation
In cases of mesothelioma, radiation therapy may be used to treat the disease. This eMedTV article discusses mesothelioma and radiation therapy in detail and explains how such therapy may be combined with surgery or chemotherapy.

Mesothelioma Research

Sun, 2 Nov 2008 15:32:01 CST

Mesothelioma Research
This eMedTV page looks at current areas of mesothelioma research, including studies investigating the effectiveness of new combinations of chemotherapy. This article also discusses research being conducted on biological therapy to treat mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma Stages

Fri, 8 Sep 2006 09:57:24 CDT

Mesothelioma Stages
Mesothelioma stages refer to how far the cancer has spread. As this eMedTV article explains, mesothelioma stages II, III, and IV are advanced; they describe cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Stage I refers to localized mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma Surgery

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 17:42:45 CDT

Mesothelioma Surgery
When used to treat mesothelioma, surgery may involve procedures such as wide local excision. This eMedTV Web page describes several types of mesothelioma surgery, including extrapleural pneumonectomy as well as pleurectomy and decortication.

Mesothelioma Survival Rate

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 16:15:06 CDT

Mesothelioma Survival Rate
The overall 5-year relative mesothelioma survival rate for 1998-2002 was about 9 percent. This segment of the eMedTV website explains how the relative mesothelioma survival rate is calculated and provides additional statistics about survival rates.

Mesothelioma Symptoms

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:18:30 CDT

Mesothelioma Symptoms
Chest pain and shortness of breath can occur when mesothelioma begins in the membrane around the lungs. This eMedTV page also looks at peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms and signs, such as stomach pain and weight loss, and the link to asbestos exposure.

Mesothelioma Treatment by Stage

Wed, 6 Sep 2006 11:47:13 CDT

Mesothelioma Treatment by Stage
Mesothelioma treatment decisions are made, in part, by determining the stage of the cancer (how far it has spread). This eMedTV segment breaks down mesothelioma treatment by stage for localized and advanced cases of the disease.

Mesothelioma Treatment

Sun, 2 Nov 2008 15:44:55 CST

Mesothelioma Treatment
Mesothelioma is often treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of these. This eMedTV resource discusses mesothelioma treatment in detail and includes information about second opinions, nutrition, and follow-up care.

Mesothelioma

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:11:43 CDT

Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is typically caused by exposure to asbestos. This selection from the eMedTV library gives an overview of this disease, including risk factors, treatment options, and more.

Mesotheloma

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:13:57 CDT

Mesotheloma
Mesothelioma is an uncommon cancer affecting the membrane that covers the body's internal organs. This eMedTV segment explains where this cancer usually begins and describes its treatment options. Mesotheloma is a common misspelling of mesothelioma.

Mesothilioma

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:17:09 CDT

Mesothilioma
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the membrane covering the body's internal organs. This eMedTV resource covers risk factors for this cancer and explains what treatments are available. Mesothilioma is a common misspelling of mesothelioma.

Drug Interactions With Pemetrexed

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:03:26 CDT

Drug Interactions With Pemetrexed
As this eMedTV segment explains, pemetrexed can react with several drugs, such as naproxen sodium, probenecid, and ibuprofen. This resource takes a closer look at these pemetrexed interactions and describes the problems that can occur as a result.

Pemetrexed Dosage

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:41:49 CDT

Pemetrexed Dosage
As this eMedTV segment explains, pemetrexed is given as an infusion (injection) that takes about 10 minutes; the infusions are typically given every 21 days. This article describes the guidelines for pemetrexed dosing, with helpful tips.

Pemetrexed

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:28:27 CDT

Pemetrexed
A chemotherapy drug, pemetrexed is used to treat mesothelioma and non-squamous, non-small-cell lung cancer. This eMedTV selection offers a detailed overview of this medicine, including how it works, how it is given, potential side effects, and more.

Precautions and Warnings With Pemetrexed

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:25:46 CDT

Precautions and Warnings With Pemetrexed
If you are taking pemetrexed, it is important to take folic acid as directed by your healthcare provider. This eMedTV article explains why you should also take vitamin B12. This page takes an in-depth look at the warnings and precautions for pemetrexed.

Side Effects of Pemetrexed

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:37:31 CDT

Side Effects of Pemetrexed
Nausea, fatigue, and hair loss are some of the possible side effects of pemetrexed. This eMedTV resource lists a number of other reactions that may occur with this medication and includes helpful information on how to lower your risk.

What Is Pemetrexed Used For?

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:52:43 CDT

What Is Pemetrexed Used For?
Pemetrexed is licensed to treat mesothelioma and non-squamous, non-small-cell lung cancer. This eMedTV article discusses the drug's uses in greater detail, including how this medication works and whether it can be used in children.