Understanding Mesothelioma Palliative Care
Posted on: October 13, 2023 *Updated on: May 27, 2024Mesothelioma palliative care is an approach aimed at alleviating both the physiological and psychological distress caused by mesothelioma. One medical intervention involves surgery, which is beneficial in addressing pain, discomfort, and other associated symptoms. Physicians can employ procedures to extract excess fluid from areas like the pleura or peritoneum, thereby decreasing pressure on adjacent organs and walls of the chest or abdomen. The holistic care spectrum also incorporates pain-relief medications, chemotherapy, radiation therapies, and comprehensive emotional and psychological support.