Mesothelioma Misconceptions

Misconception: Mesothelioma is a lung cancer.
Reality: Mesothelioma is not a lung cancer but a cancer of the mesothelial cells which make up the lining of the lungs and other organs. Mesothelioma symptoms can closely mimic those of lung cancer because they affect the respiratory system much in the same way.

Misconception: Mesothelioma is untreatable.
Reality: Mesothelioma has no known cure. It is however, treatable with a number of different therapies including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapeutic drugs. These therapies and treatments can extend patient survival rates far longer than untreated disease.

Misconception: There is no help available for mesothelioma patients and their families.
Reality: Patients of mesothelioma were typically exposed to asbestos. Many are eligible for financial compensation if they were wrongly exposed. This financial assistance can help patients gain access to the best treatments and give