Having a good network of support is critical when you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer. Make sure to surround yourself with loved ones, support groups, and excellent doctors and lawyers to help you through this difficult disease.
Ask questions about your mesothelioma. What are your treatment options? What are the side effects of certain treatments? Who can be held responsible? What types of support groups are available? Learning as much as possible will help you cope and make you better able to help your doctors help you.
Make good use of your support structure. Bring your friends or family members to doctor visits to act as your advocate for victims’ rights. Write down any questions you may have for your doctor beforehand so that you can come prepared to your appointment and leave with the knowledge you need.
Most importantly, do not let mesothelioma take the small pleasures away from you. Continue to live your life and enjoy the time you have with loved ones. Eating a healthy diet and exercising can help your body respond better to treatments. Be prepared for changes to happen to your daily life, but do not let it affect the quality of your life.
If you or a family member is suffering with mesothelioma, please contact our asbestos attorneys at Brown | Kiely, LLP. We have been supporting mesothelioma patients and their families in the Maryland and Washington, D.C. areas for many years.
