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Tuesday, August 26, 2008

What are the Common Medications for Mesothelioma

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma you have some decisions to make regarding your treatment. Talk with your doctor and learn as much as you can about this disease so that you make well informed decisions.

New Drug Therapies
Chemotherapy for mesothelioma is most effective when drugs are used in combination. These may include the following:

Alimta is one of the newest drugs available and the first specifically developed to treat mesothelioma. Studies show that patients using Alimta in combination with Platinol live longer with less pain or shortness of breath.
Aroplatin is an intraplueral drug that is less toxic than traditional chemotherapy.
Adriamycin reduces toxicity to the heart while fighting cancer cells.
Endostatin protects healthy tissue while preventing tumors from growing blood vessels. In combination with other cancer drugs, it prevents the growth of new cancer cells.
Taxol interferes with normal cell breakdown during division.
Gemcitabine stops tumor growth.

Other therapies include:

Intraplueral Interferon Gamma, which is administer directly at the site of the cancer.
Photodynamic Therapy, which uses light energy in combination with Immunotherapy to destroy tumors while boosting the body’s immune system.
Gene Therapy aims to correct the genetic flaw that prevented the body from fighting disease.

If you would like to learn more about your options for dealing with mesothelioma and you live in the Baltimore or D.C. area, please contact the law office of Matt Kiely today.

posted by Patti at 9:17 AM

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Exercise and Mesothelioma

Healthy enjoyable exercise (as well as good nutrition) is essential for any healthy lifestyle. Both allow you to take charge of your health and improve your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Getting Started
If you know or suspect that you have been exposed to mesothelioma, inform your doctor immediately. At the same time, talk to your doctor about your fitness and exercise goals. Then choose an exercise plan to fit your lifestyle. Consider the following:

Is the exercise comfortable and gentle on your body?
Is the activity easily accessible?
Do you enjoy it?
Is there variety?
Do you feel more energy and vitality afterwards?

If you feel pain or discomfort with your routine, discontinue the activity until you talk to your doctor.

Boost Your Immune System
Cardiovascular exercise boosts your immune system, increases your energy, and improves your emotional outlook. Some studies show cardiovascular exercise decreases the lung patient’s need for oxygen. Try aerobic fitness, dance, or bicycling, and check with local health clubs and hospitals for specialized programs in your community.

Additional Support for Your Body
As a mesothelioma survivor, you are bound to have good days and bad. If you are not feeling well, honor your body’s need to rest. Stretching, relaxation, and meditation are beneficial alternatives.

If you would like to learn more about your options for dealing with mesothelioma and you live in the Baltimore or D.C. area, please contact the law office of Matt Kiely today.

posted by Patti at 9:15 AM

Monday, August 11, 2008

Why Choose Matt Kiely as your Mesothelioma Attorney

Hundreds of thousands of people have been impacted by mesothelioma. Many law suits are still being filed as a result. If you or a loved one suffers from mesothelioma, Matt Kiely is here to help. When you choose to file a claim, he will support and guide you through the process and get you the settlement you deserve.

Matt Kiely, the Right Attorney for You

He specializes in mesothelioma law suits.
He has the experience and the resources to hold manufacturers accountable.
He has recovered millions of dollars for claimants.
He will aggressively pursue your claim?

In addition to knowing the legal considerations involved in filing a case against asbestos companies, Matt knows the health implications for someone diagnosed with mesothelioma because he knows this disease inside and out. Not only will he help with your case, he compassionately understands the impact on your entire family.

Matt Kiely is the right mesothelioma attorney for you because he has your best interest at hand. He provides personal attention for each of his clients and works hard to get you the results you deserve. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with mesothelioma and you live in the Baltimore or D.C. area, please contact the law office of Matt Kiely today.

posted by Patti at 9:13 AM

Saturday, August 2, 2008

Hope After Being Diagnosed with Mesothelioma

How do you find hope when you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma? This insidious disease, which causes asbestos fibers to attack the mesothelium (the sac that protects and lubricates your organs), may feel like a death sentence. And considering that many manufactures continued to use asbestos long after the known toxic effects, it is almost too surreal to consider that you may be struggling with this cancer because of someone else’s greed.

New Treatment Options Provide New Hope
Fortunately, the research dollars that have gone into treatment for mesothelioma are discovering options that bring you new hope. While treating mesothelioma is dependant upon the location of the cancer and the stage of the disease, there are other things to consider. For example, do you want to stick with the tradition choices of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, or do you want to explore new possibilities?

If you want to explore other possibilities, the National Cancer Institute sponsors clinical trials on a regular basis. Your participation in clinical trials offers you advanced access to new and improved treatment options that bring hope for a more positive outcome.

In addition, the government recognizes the terrible injustice you have suffered because asbestos manufactures weighed your life against their profit. Many law suits have developed as a result. According to the RAND Corporation, over 730,000 claimants have filed suit.

Attorney Matt Kiely seeks to hold those responsible for asbestos related illnesses accountable. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma and you live in the Baltimore or D.C. area, please contact Matt Kiely today.

posted by Patti at 9:07 AM