Mesothelioma Health Topics

Featured Conditions and Diseases

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

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.

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.

Featured Medications

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.