Stage III Mesothelioma Cancer

Stage III mesothelioma cancer is diagnosed when tumors have spread far throughout the chest cavity. The prognosis at this later stage is poor. Most patients in stage III are not eligible for surgery.

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About Stage III

Symptoms of mesothelioma during stage III become much more frequent and severe. This late stage of an aggressive cancer comes with a poor prognosis.

Patients should educate themselves about the stage of their disease, mesothelioma treatment plans, and coping mechanisms to make their quality of life as smooth as possible.

Keep in mind that diet, meditation, low-stress levels, exercise, and other factors will help prolong the lifespan, and each case of stage III is different for everyone.

Stage III Symptoms

Severe chest pain and extreme difficulties in breathing are the most common symptoms for stage III malignant mesothelioma patients. Additional symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing, and fatigue.

Stage III may cause bowel blockage, abdominal cramps and pain, night sweats, and weight loss for peritoneal mesothelioma patients.

All stage III patients may experience nausea, vomiting, skin rashes, and anemia. It’s important to remember that some patients may experience a few symptoms while others may go through every symptom.

Stage III Treatments

With the tumor spreading during this stage of mesothelioma, treatment options are limited. Surgery and radiation therapy usually have minimal success since the tumors have spread to too many locations to effectively eliminate them. Surgery may be possible only if the patient has a bulk tumor in a specific area.

Treatment during this stage is focused on extending life expectancy and relieving symptoms. Treatment teams use chemotherapy and radiation to shrink tumors and improve symptoms.

Stage III Prognosis

The prognosis for stage III can be anywhere from a few months to more than a year, depending on the patient and the circumstances. In most cases, the prognosis is grim as the treatment available does little to remove the tumor when it has spread during this stage.

Consult with a mesothelioma medical professional concerning your own prognosis.

As previously mentioned, each person is different, and while some may not be candidates for surgery during this stage, others may qualify and significantly extend their life expectancy.

Patients need to work with their physicians in establishing good mental and physical health habits.

Many patients have extended their life expectancy way past prognosis by changing their eating habits, meditating, and exercising as much as possible.

Stage III is a typical diagnosis for mesothelioma because it is rare, and symptoms mimic those of more common illnesses. If you get a stage III diagnosis, talk to specialists about treatment as soon as possible.

Getting Help

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