I have asbestos wrapped pipes in my basement. I don't want to have it removed. Too much money and it creates a more dangerous situation.

Localized cancer in a particular part of the lung is termed as Stage 1 but when the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes at the top of the lungs it is termed as Stage 2. Stage 3 lung cancer is when the cancer spreads to the chest walls. Stages of lung cancer are indicative of the degree of the spread of the cancer from its original source. Lung cancer staging is an important factor that affects the prognosis and the potential treatment for the disease. Non-small cell lung carcinoma is staged from IA to IV. The 'A' denotes the best prognosis while IV denotes worst prognosis.

Small cell lung carcinoma is classed as either limited or extensive stage. Limited stage is when the cancer is confined to one half of the chest and within the scope of a single radiotherapy field. Extensive stage is when the cancer has spread beyond one half of the chest.

Cancer staging is crucial because treatment is directly related to the stage of the disease. Incorrect staging could therefore lead to improper treatment and hence reduce the chances of survival. Specific staging systems are used for specific types of cancer.

Normally surgery is recommended to remove a malignant tumor found in Stage 3 lung cancer. When this does not suffice, the doctors may remove the lung to halt the growth of cancer cells. A combination of treatments may be used when treating some patients. In some cases, chemotherapy is administered before surgery for effective treatment.

I have been lucky, and have not had to deal with the nastiness of cancer. My grandpa has Mesothelioma, the cancer from asbestos. He has been in Stage 4 for the past 3 years and has defied all of the odds. They originally only gave him a couple months to a year to live, but Chemo has worked wonders. He just had a scan and the results showed it has increased in size significantly, so the last round of Chemo didn't work. This has caused his ability to breathe to decrease, and the changed his Chemo. He had his treatment with the new stuff on Friday, and they rushed him to the hospital today because of his inability to breathe.

My question is are these signs of the beginning of the end? I know this form of cancer will eventually suffocate him, and he does have a living will, so oxygen is the only form of assistance he will receive. How long will oxygen help? I am very saddened by all of this and would hate to see him suffer for long like this. He is a good man and doesn't deserve to die like this. Do your organs shut down due to lack of oxygen? Anyone with experience with Mesothelioma or that knows about this and can give me some insight, I'd appreciate any details no matter how graphic. I just want to know what to expect.
Don't go into all of the herbs and stuff you can take to beat cancer. We know he is dying and cannot beat this. I really appreciate the thought though.
I know they cannot tell us when he will die, but I feel so helpless. Thanks for the link, but I have read everything out there about this and really was hoping to find someone who knows about this type of cancer first hand.

Mesothelioma is a deadly disease caused most of the time by asbestos, a natural mineral used in industries.  This deadliest disease affects the lining of the various organs like lungs, heart, abdomen and other regions.  Mesothelioma may take several years to develop in a person who has been exposed to asbestos.

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I'm thinking a face-mask with a one-way-in and a one-way-out valve, with a long tube on the intake so you can have it take in air from the outside. What do I use? Additionally, what other specialty equipment will protect me from asbestos?

I heard that you can get a cancer. Is it really dangerous? Besides the paint, anything else that might cause health problem in older houses? I am talking about houses built in 1950s & 1960s. How about a house built in 1910? I live in Los angeles

The idea of putting a monetary value on human suffering or loss of life is offensive to most of us. However many people, when faced with mesothelioma or any of the other asbestos-related diseases, seek compensation to cover medical expenses and to try to regain some of quality of life.  This happens through a lawsuit against the plaintiff's employer.  The compensation then either comes as an a€œaward for damagesa€ otherwise known as a mesothelioma settlement.

Once a mesothelioma lawsuit begins, there are many decisions.  An experienced asbestos attorney follows certain guidelines to help the family members through this process.  Following these guidelines is crucial to the outcome of the case.  

At each step of the way, the attorney must advise the plaintiff of all options -- the biggest decision being whether to pursue the matter all the way through the trial or to accept a settlement. A mesothelioma attorney may advise their client to accept a settlement is if the plaintiff's case appears to be weak.  This may be for certain legal reasons, or simply because the plaintiff hasn't won the sympathy of the judge or jury. For example, some victims who developed lung cancer and were proven to be chain smokers have gone to trial and lost.

A settlement takes place when the defendant and the plaintiff agree to settle the case out-of-court instead of completing the trial.  In this situation, the defendant offers the plaintiff financial compensation in order to avoid or to end the trial process.  The amount of the settlement is negotiated between the defendant's legal team and the victim's asbestos attorney.

The advantages of agreeing to a mesothelioma settlement include:
- Avoiding the time and inconvenience of the trial
- Avoiding the possibility of losing the case and receiving no compensation at all
- Avoiding possible delays caused by appeals or other legal tactics employed by the defendant

Following the guidelines also means that if the defendant's lawyers offer a high-priced settlement early in the process, it may be a sign that the plaintiff has a good chance of winning an even higher a€œaward of damagesa€ if they go to trial.  If that happens, the victim may end up with much more money in return for enduring the trial.  In such cases, the guidance of an experienced mesothelioma attorney is crucial to help the plaintiff receive the best outcome.