Stages of Mesothelioma
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on March 6, 2018
Mesothelioma is an aggressive and rare form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. When you're diagnosed with mesothelioma, doctors classify the disease by stages. There are four stages of mesothelioma, each with different treatment options, prognosis and effects on the body.
Stage One Mesothelioma
At this stage, the cancer has not spread to other parts of the body. Stage one patients may have more options for treatment. Since the cancer has not spread, they may be candidates for surgery, often combined with radiation and chemotherapy. If surgery is not possible because of the patient’s healt... Read more
Asbestos Exposure at NOLA Job Sites
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on February 26, 2018
Asbestos exposure at NOLA job sites has been an issue for many generations of workers, leading to many cases of a rare and aggressive form of cancer known as mesothelioma, which attacks the lining of the lungs, heart and other organs.
Since New Orleans is a port city with access to the Mississippi River and the Atlantic Ocean, there are many shipyards in the area. The region also has many historical industries linked with asbestos exposure. New Orleans has been the site of shipbuilding, manufacturing, chemical plants, petroleum refining and other industries considered high risk for mesothelioma.
Some of the job sites linked to asbestos exposure in the city include the New Orleans Acid and Fertilizer Company, New Orleans Civic Center and City Hall, Rheem Manufacturing Company, New ...
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Mesothelioma Latency Periods
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on February 16, 2018
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, a mineral which for years was used in industrial and construction applications. Someone who has been exposed to asbestos may not develop mesothelioma for many years. Mesothelioma latency periods refer to the time it takes for the disease to develop and manifest.
Understanding the Latency Period of Mesothelioma
The latency period for someone who has been exposed to asbestos can be anywhere from twenty to fifty years. The exact time it takes to develop the disease depends on a number of factors, including:- Exposure. The greater the exposure and the longer the exposure took place, the more likely it is that someone will develop mesothelioma sooner.
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What are Your Mesothelioma Treatment Options in New Orleans?
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on February 6, 2018
If you live in New Orleans and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, your medical team will offer some options for treatment. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, and since it is a serious medical condition, you will want to carefully review all your mesothelioma treatment options in New Orleans to choose the right one for you.
When you're first diagnosed, your medical team will discuss the New Orleans mesothelioma treatment appropriate for you. Doctors and others involved in your care will make recommendations for treatment based on a number of factors, including your prognosis, the stage of cancer, the location of tumors, your overall health and other factors.
You do not want cost to be a factor in your treatment. If you have been diagnosed with...
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Symptoms and Life Expectancy of Those Diagnosed With Mesothelioma
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on December 30, 2017
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer linked to exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a mineral that was mined in the early and middle part of the twentieth century and used in industries ranging from automotive to the aerospace sector. Asbestos was also widely used in buildings because it was resistant to flame and to heat.
In the late nineteenth century, it was discovered that asbestos can cause a form of cancer known as mesothelioma. Despite this, asbestos continued to be used and not all workplaces used proper techniques and precautions to keep employees from getting exposed to this mineral.