In Illinois and across the U.S., mesothelioma is a serious medical issue. Malignant mesothelioma is a type of cancer that happens in the thin layer of tissue covering most internal organs. This layer is known as the mesothelium. Mesothelioma is an aggressive and...
What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?
Exposure to asbestos is thought to be a leading factor in developing mesothelioma, a rare but serious form of cancer. This cancer affects the lining around internal organs, most often impacting the lungs, but it can also be found on the lining of the heart and...
Do you know the facts about mesothelioma?
Like many people, you may see commercials and other advertisements about mesothelioma and think you know everything about this disease. However, it is important to understand that some of the information you think you know may not be correct. You may think that you...
How do doctors treat mesothelioma?
Cancer is always a difficult disease to deal with regardless of where it is in your body or how advanced it is. Some cancers are known to be more difficult to fight than others. One of the toughest to treat is mesothelioma. This cancer affects the mesothelium, which...
How many lives have been lost due to malignant mesothelioma?
When it comes to malignment mesothelioma, the consequences can be staggering. When someone is diagnosed with malignment mesothelioma, they may have to deal with physical complications in addition to stress and financial issues due to health care. Moreover, the toll of...
The 4 types of mesothelioma
At Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP in Illinois, our attorneys have a deep understanding of the causes and effects of asbestos-related diseases. You may immediately recognize the word asbestos and identify it as a carcinogen. Mesothelioma is the type of cancer that asbestos...
What is mesothelioma?
There are many illnesses you could develop due to working conditions in Illinois. Some may show up quickly while others may take years or decades to finally make an appearance. Once such illness is mesothelioma. This is a devastating disease often linked with a...