Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges Diagnosed Victims to Check Out the Recently Updated American Cancer Society's Thread: Questions a Victim Should Ask Their Doctor
(PRWEB) June 04, 2014 -- The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, “We have long been a resource for diagnosed victims of mesothelioma and have provided a wealth of helpful tips for these individuals to follow. This week we want to share a list of questions put together by the American Cancer Society that further elaborates on what specific questions victims and family member should be asking their doctor. The list of questions to ask is important information to have ready when beginning the mesothelioma compensation process.”
From The American Cancer Society: What should you ask your doctor about malignant mesothelioma?
"As you cope with cancer and its treatment, you need to have honest, open discussions with your doctor. You should feel free to ask any question, no matter how small it might seem. Here are some questions you might want to ask. Nurses, social workers, and other members of the treatment team may also be able to answer many of your questions."
- What kind of mesothelioma do I have?
- Has my cancer spread beyond where it started?
- What is my cancer’s stage (extent), and what does that mean?
- Is my cancer likely to be resectable (removable by surgery)?
- Will I need other tests before we can decide on treatment?
- Will I need to see other doctors?
- How much experience do you have treating this type of cancer?"
For attribution purposes please refer to the American Cancer Society's web site related to malignant mesothelioma: http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/MalignantMesothelioma/
The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "When it comes to a state specific Internet search for “the best mesothelioma compensation”, and or “the most skilled mesothelioma attorneys” we are almost always number one in an organic Google search. We are incredibly passionate about these things because we really do want the best possible compensation for all diagnosed victims of mesothelioma—the attorneys we suggest really do make that happen.
"We are not only the most passionate advocate in the nation about making certain diagnosed victims have the best legal tools to advance a mesothelioma compensation claim, we also make sure to help victims find the best possible medical treatments for that includes what questions a diagnosed victim should ask their doctor." For more information about mesothelioma compensation, or medical treatment possibilities for diagnosed victims of this rare form of cancer a victim, or their family members can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466. http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Information About Mesothelioma For Diagnosed Victims And Their Families From The Mesothelioma Victims Center:
According to the US Center for Disease Control, the average age for a diagnosed victim of mesothelioma is 72 years old. Frequently victims of mesothelioma are initially misdiagnosed with pneumonia. This year between 2,500 and 3,000 US citizens will be diagnosed with mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is attributable to exposure to asbestos.
The states with the highest incidence of mesothelioma include: Pennsylvania, Maine, New Jersey, West Virginia, Florida, Wyoming, and Washington. However, based on the calls the Mesothelioma Victims Center receives diagnosed victims could be in any state including California, New York, Texas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Ohio, Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona Nevada, Idaho, Oregon, and Alaska.
The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If you call us at 866-714-6466, we will see to it that you have instant access to the nation's most skilled mesothelioma attorneys who consistently get the best compensation results for their clients." http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
For more information about a rare form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos called mesothelioma, please visit the US Centers For Disease Control's web site: http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5815a3.htm
M Thomas Martin, Americas Watchdog 5, http://MesotheliomaCompensationCenter.com, +1 (866) 714-6466, [email protected]
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