Mesothelioma, or cancer of the mesothelial, is diagnosed in 3,000 new patients each year, according to the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Mesothelioma develops in patients exposed to asbestos fibers, which are inhaled or ingested into their bodies. Once there, fibers embed themselves in various body cavity linings and damage the mesothelial cells. These damaged areas are prone to tumors and cancer.
While much is known about mesothelioma, many sufferers might not fully understand what mesothelioma means to them or their families. Take a look at these three surprising facts about mesothelioma you probably weren't aware of.
1. Mesothelioma Affects More Than Just Lungs
Mesothelioma, or pleural mesothelioma, most commonly affects your lungs. However, you can get mesothelioma in other areas in your body with mesothelial. Mesothelial cells that surround the lining of various organs like lungs, heart, and stomach produce fluid that coats and protects each organ. This lubrication allows organs to move smoothly against others.
Tiny asbestos fibers that enter the body lodge within the mesothelial of internal organs — mostly the lungs. Those same fibers can reach other sites like the heart, stomach, and testicles, causing damage and inflammation. Eventually, those organs can develop the same characteristic tumors of mesothelioma.
Symptoms of these other types of mesothelioma differ from that of pleural mesothelioma (lungs). Rather than classic shortness of breath, coughing, and chest pain, sufferers experience abdominal pain, swelling, and nausea in addition to unexplained weight loss.
2. Mesothelioma Can Harm Family Members
Because mesothelioma is caused by harmful asbestos fibers, those who work with and are exposed to the substance are at risk. Miners, shipyard workers, insulators, construction workers, and pipefitters are among those most at risk due to the presence of asbestos in the workplace. Military personnel and demolition workers are at risk too.
But did you know that you are 10 times more likely to develop mesothelioma simply by living with someone who works around asbestos? Asbestos fibers are adept at adhering to and hiding in clothing, hair, and other materials exposed to asbestos. A worker can bring home asbestos in his or her belongings and put family members at risk for secondhand exposure.
If you lived with or currently live with someone that works with asbestos, you can inhale or ingest dangerous fibers. Children of asbestos workers can be exposed to asbestos, but may not exhibit symptoms until 40 years later. Mesothelioma latency periods vary by person, but symptoms can appear as soon as 15 years after exposure.
3. Mesothelioma Needs Nutrition Therapy
A mesothelioma diagnosis often means your body is about to undergo cancer treatment. Your body needs a well-balanced diet to prepare for the rigors of treatment, sustain itself throughout treatment, help you deal with symptoms, and fuel your body for post-treatment recovery.
During treatment for mesothelioma, the right nutrition matters. The traditional Food Guide Pyramid and newer My Plate guidelines need to be adjusted for those with mesothelioma. Many patients simply don't eat enough protein and calories, which lowers their immunity and lessens their ability to fight fatigue.
Instead, you can use food and nutrition therapy to your advantage to maintain weight, fight off infections common during many treatments, and feel better overall. Experts suggest a diet higher in fish and poultry for protein rather than red meat, cured, or processed meat. Also, you can increase caloric intake by emphasizing starchy veggies over low-calorie veggies.
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