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Mesothelioma Videos
Welcome to Simmons Hanly Conroy’s library of mesothelioma videos — a place for patients, families and friends to learn more about this rare cancer caused by exposure to asbestos.
These videos discuss the causes and symptoms of mesothelioma, as well as interviews with treatment professionals and mesothelioma patients.
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with mesothelioma or you’ve been helping a family member or loved one battle the disease, you can find the answers to your questions and the support you’ve been looking for through the videos below.
Mesothelioma Resources
Educational Videos
Learn more about the causes, symptoms and types of mesothelioma through these educational videos produced in partnership with the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation.
What Is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos that most commonly affects the lungs and abdomen. This short video gives an excellent introduction to mesothelioma, including information about mesothelioma symptoms and a mesothelioma diagnosis.
Understanding Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos is a naturally occurring, fibrous mineral that is easily separated into thin, microscopic threads. When inhaled, asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems.
Its widespread use across various industries resulted in thousands of people being unknowingly exposed to asbestos.
This short video provides more details about how asbestos exposure can cause serious health problems, such as mesothelioma.
The Four Types of Mesothelioma
There are four types of mesothelioma. Pleural mesothelioma, the most common form of asbestos cancer, attacks the lining of the lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma attacks the lining of the abdomen. Pericardial mesothelioma attacks the lining of the heart. Testicular mesothelioma forms in the lining of the testes.
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, Simmons Hanly Conroy will provide you with a free legal consultation to help you determine your next steps.
Watch the video to learn more about the four types of mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Symptoms
Correctly identifying mesothelioma symptoms can be difficult, even for an experienced health professional. Not only can mesothelioma symptoms mimic other diseases, but mesothelioma also has a very long latency period, so symptoms may not show up for 10-50 years after the last exposure to asbestos.
Learn more about the symptoms associated with the different types of mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Diagnosis
A mesothelioma diagnosis is almost exclusively linked to asbestos exposure.
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer, so if you are experiencing mesothelioma symptoms, it is important to tell your physician if you have a history of asbestos exposure.
Following a diagnosis, a specialist will determine the staging, or severity, of the disease. The most important determination is where the cancer is located in the body, and whether or not it has spread to other parts of the body. Knowing the staging dictates the mesothelioma treatment.
A diagnosis of advanced mesothelioma may require aggressive treatment options, and there are clinical trials for the latest experimental approaches.
Video Summary: Hear how our attorneys can support families impacted by a mesothelioma diagnosis. View Transcript.
I think, from the outside looking in, it's nearly impossible to understand or describe. Anybody who's had a cancer diagnosis knows. The first thing I talk to people about, and the first thing I let them know, is that we’re here to help, and what I'm doing isn't nearly as important as what they're going through.
When you walk into someone's living room and see the kind of suffering they’re experiencing, it doesn't take long to hit you. Pretty quickly, you realize that you're dealing with a very serious issue. You're dealing with someone's life, and you're the only person who can help them.
It's such an overwhelming piece of news that these people are receiving, and I feel like the role of an attorney expands exponentially once we start representing them. Whether we represent somebody or not, we routinely help people find care and treatment throughout the country, no matter where they're located, so that they can receive the best care.
For mesothelioma, we are really committed to a cure. We have seen how this has affected families, and we feel that we need to practice what we preach. We support the Simmons Cooper Cancer Institute in Springfield, Illinois, as well as the various foundations that are working to cure the disease. We take great pride in supporting our community and the organizations that are trying to find a cure.
It's more than just a court case. It's being involved in their lives, helping them with their treatment, and helping them get on with their quality of life. Nobody wants to bring a lawsuit, but under the circumstances, it’s the only way to help them. By going in there and treating them as family, you can help get the information and make the process easier. It’s not as formal or rigid, but at the same time, we have to encourage them and tell them that this is a fight.
As they fight for their health and survival to get more days with their family, they also have a fight on their hands to fight these companies—and we will help them through that. I can advise them throughout the process, give them the benefit of my experience and judgment, but at no time will I ask them to do something they are not comfortable with or that interferes with either their medical treatment or their family time.
Because of the rare nature of the disease, it is important to seek out an experienced specialist for a mesothelioma diagnosis. Tests may include CT or MRI scans and biopsies of the affected area.
Answers to Additional Mesothelioma Questions
Mary Hesdorffer, former executive director of the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation and mesothelioma nurse practitioner, sat down with Simmons Hanly Conroy to answer common questions about mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Cancer Information
Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure that most commonly affects the lungs and abdomen. Mary Hesdorffer gives a quick, clear overview of this disease.
Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms
Mary Hesdorffer describes pleural mesothelioma symptoms in detail, which can include coughing, pneumonia and night sweats.
What Does a Pleural Mesothelioma Diagnosis Mean?
Mary Hesdorffer explains pleural mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure that attacks the lining of the lungs.
Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Mary Hesdorffer gives an overview of peritoneal mesothelioma, a rare cancer caused by asbestos exposure that attacks the lining of the abdomen.
Mesothelioma Subtypes
There are three subtypes of mesothelioma: epithelioid, sarcomatoid, and biphasic. They are defined by the type of mesothelioma cells present in the body. Mary Hesdorffer explains how the different types can affect the lungs and abdomen.
Hear from Mesothelioma Patients and Their Families
John
Fighting for His Future
John’s active, adventurous lifestyle was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with stage 4 mesothelioma in 2019. John had unknowingly been exposed to asbestos throughout his many years working in the construction industry.
While shocked by his diagnosis, John and his wife Dee decided to fight back. He underwent chemotherapy, and together, they filed a lawsuit against the asbestos companies responsible. Today, John is back out on the golf course and finally beginning to feel like his old self.
Brenda
Searching for Answers
Brenda, a mesothelioma patient, has been through multiple surgeries and treatment plans. She offers insight and advice to others affected by mesothelioma and stresses the importance of finding a qualified mesothelioma specialist.
Forrest
Advocating for Asbestos Exposure Victims
Forrest worked in construction for 20 years and as a carpenter for 14 years. While on the job, he suffered repeated exposure to asbestos until, at the age of 56, he was diagnosed with mesothelioma. But he didn’t let his diagnosis define him.
While fighting mesothelioma, Forrest also fought to hold the negligent companies accountable by filing a lawsuit with the help of our firm, raising awareness about the dangers of asbestos and speaking out against laws that could unfairly benefit asbestos companies.
Julie
Her Mesothelioma Survivor Story
After experiencing digestive problems, Julie was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma at age 35 due to secondhand asbestos exposure when she was a child. Her father worked as a commercial electrician and came home covered in asbestos dust from different job sites.
After numerous treatments and procedures, Julie is still fighting mesothelioma. She regularly volunteers, organizes fundraisers and advocates for awareness of the disease.
Simmons Hanly Conroy: Legal Help for Mesothelioma
As a national mesothelioma law firm, Simmons Hanly Conroy has helped thousands of mesothelioma patients and their families fight for the justice and compensation they deserve.
Our experienced mesothelioma lawyers have recovered over $10.3 billion for victims of asbestos exposure. We also have registered nurses on staff that can talk with you about your diagnosis and treatment options.
There is no financial risk in working with us — we do not charge upfront or out-of-pocket fees. Our team only gets paid if we secure compensation on your behalf.
If you or a loved one were diagnosed with mesothelioma, call (800) 326-8900 or fill out our contact form today for a free legal consultation.
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