Did you mean Mesothelioma?

Mesotheliopma is a frequently misspelled variation of the term “mesothelioma,” (“pronounced mez-uh-thee-lee-YOH-muh). Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral used as an industrial insulation material throughout the late 19th and 20th century. Asbestos is now banned in most capacities but many were made ill when it was still in use.

Mesothelioma occurs in the thin membrane surrounding the body’s internal organs, notably the lungs, abdominal cavity, and heart, a layer of cells known as the mesothelium. Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer, though patients do have access to different treatment options like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, all of which have been used with various levels of effectiveness to treat mesothelioma. Patients who were exposed to asbestos have been able to collect damages for their injuries from asbestos manufacturers. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related condition, please fill out the form on this page to receive in the mail a free information packet detailing legal options you may have as well as new mesothelioma treatments.

Last modified: February 15 2010.