While mesothelioma currently has no cure, there are life extending treatment options available to keep you well for longer. Treatment options vary based on the type of mesothelioma, the extent of growth or spread, and your general health.
Whether you have early-stage or advanced mesothelioma, your medical team will discuss treatment options outlining the benefits and side effects. It is important the patient is well informed and remains in control of the decision making process.
Immunotherapy enhances the body’s immune response to fight cancer cells. Substances made by the body or in a laboratory help boost or restore the body’s natural defenses against cancer.
Immunotherapy enhances the body’s immune response to fight cancer cells. Substances made by the body or in a laboratory help boost or restore the body’s natural defensChemotherapy uses anti-cancer (cytotoxic) drugs to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells. It can be administered orally or intravenously. Chemo can be a treatment option for early-stage or advanced disease, and may be used in conjunction with surgery.es against cancer.
Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays to target and destroy cancer cells. It’s often used to ease symptoms and slow progression of the disease.
There may be surgical options available where cancerous tissue is removed. However, this is generally only considered for peritoneal mesothelioma.
Pleurodesis is a treatment that aims to alleviate fluid collection (pleural effusion) that can make breathing difficult.
Targeted therapy involves using drugs or other substances to specifically target and attack cancer cells. Unlike chemotherapy or radiotherapy, targeted therapy aims to cause less harm to normal cells in the body.
Clinical trials offer innovative and experimental therapies that may not be widely available. Participating in a trial can involve receiving a new treatment, however not all patients are suitable candidates for a trial.
Palliative care is designed to enhance your overall quality of life by addressing symptoms, nutrition, and offering both physical and emotional support.
Mesothelioma treatment options vary depending on the nature and stage of the disease. The person diagnosed may undergo treatment, be unable to, or have chosen not to have treatment and focus on comfort and quality of life. This stage is about living as well as possible. It’s normal to feel uncertain, but our mesothelioma-specific resource pack may provide some guidance. Written by our team, medical experts and those who have walked a similar path, The Hope Companion offers practical advice, useful insights, and practical tools to help navigate what comes next.
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