Palliative care: A compassionate approach for mesothelioma patients
03/12/24 at 02:15 AM
Palliative care: A compassionate approach for mesothelioma patients
Surviving Mesothelioma, by Holly Zink; 3/10/24
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer linked to asbestos exposure. It poses significant challenges to those diagnosed and their loved ones. The disease affects the lining of the lungs (pleura). But it can also occur in the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) and other organs. Mesothelioma has an average survival rate ranging from 8 to 14 months post-diagnosis. Managing the physical, emotional, and practical aspects of this condition is important.