Study confirms link between cosmetic talc and mesothelioma
The American Journal of Industrial Medicine has carried out a recent study which confirms a causative link between frequent usage of some cosmetic products contaminated with asbestos, which can then go on to cause its user to develop mesothelioma later in life. How can talc cause mesothelioma? Talcum powder is made from talc, a naturally […]
An alternative for mesothelioma pain management
At some point, all mesothelioma patients will need to address pain management. A common pain management method is using opioid medications, however these come with side effects and risks and these can be undesirable. A recent piece of research from the UK suggests more consideration should be given to pain management with a percutaneous cervical […]
How a diagnosis of mesothelioma can affect your relationships
A diagnosis of mesothelioma will affect all aspects of your life, with medical appointments and treatment, your life may be turned upside down. Unfortunately, your relationships may also be affected. Who you are hasn’t changed Although being diagnosed with mesothelioma will completely change your life, it won’t change who you are. Unfortunately, it may change […]
Mesothelioma diagnosed by breath test?
Back in January 2018 we wrote about a study using gas chromatography to diagnose mesothelioma. Further research has been done in this area and the results are exciting for the mesothelioma community. Researchers at the University of Leuven in Belgium have reviewed six studies that looked at breath analysis to see if this is an […]
Immunotherapy before mesothelioma surgery
A collaborative clinical trial involving three of America’s leading cancer centres could change the surgical treatment of pleural mesothelioma. Researchers at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at John Hopkins University, MD Anderson Cancer Center at the University of Texas and Greenebaum Cancer Center at the University of Maryland are hoping that their work will make […]