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Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma is the most common and most aggressive of all mesotheliomas. It is most commonly found in Caucasian men over the age of fifty. Occupations most often associated with the development of mesothelioma can include asbestos miners, factory workers, such as insulation factory workers, railroad workers, ship builders, automotive workers, and workers in … Continue reading

Symptoms Of Mesothelioma

The early symptoms of mesothelioma can be varied and can mimic many other diseases. Only your personal physician can review your symptoms and can differentiate between a diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma versus a less serious diagnosis. Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer, in which cancer cells are found in the pleura, the sac … Continue reading

History Of Malignant Mesothelioma

Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer in which malignant cells are found in the sac lining the chest called the pleura, in the lining of the abdominal cavity called the peritoneum or in the lining around the heart, called the pericardium. In 1960 the first article was written that actually established mesothelioma as … Continue reading