Cancer

Malignant Mesothelioma See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Cancer FAQs See All  Malignant Mesothelioma: Introduction in Overview Mesothelioma is a rare kind of cancer. It starts in the mesothelium. This is a thin lining that surrounds organs in certain parts of the body. ...more  Malignant Mesothelioma: Risk Factors in Overview Anyone can get mesothelioma. But there are some factors that can increase your risk for this type of cancer. ...more  Malignant Mesothelioma: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis After a diagnosis of mesothelioma, you'll likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare team learn more about your cancer. ...more  Malignant Mesothelioma: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis If your healthcare provider thinks you might have malignant mesothelioma, certain exams and tests will be needed to know for sure. ...more  Malignant Mesothelioma: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment There are many treatment choices for malignant mesothelioma. Learn about the different options. ...more  Malignant Mesothelioma: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment Chemotherapy (chemo) uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells. Chemo is part of the treatment for many people with mesothelioma. ...more  General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more  Malignant Mesothelioma: Treatment Questions in Chemotherapy Side Effects Here's a list of questions to ask your healthcare provider when deciding on treatment for malignant mesothelioma. ...more  Anemia and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast. ...more  Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment in Other Treatment Side Effects Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment....more  Malignant Mesothelioma Overview in Cancer FAQs The mesothelium is a tissue that covers and protects the outer surface of some organs. Malignant mesothelioma is a rare kind of cancer that starts in the mesothelium. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more