Leader in palliative cancer care for mesothelioma patients to speak Tuesday
Tuesday, December 8th at the Town and Country Convention Center in San Diego, Dr. Charles F. von Gunten will host a lecture on Palliative Care Options for Mesothelioma Patients. The Associate Clinical Professor at the Institute of Palliative Medicine at San Diego, California holds an expertise in palliative medicine and medical oncology.
The seminar will open to family members, health care providers and diagnosed with mesothelioma. Dr. von Gunten will provide current information on various treatment options, medicine and procedures available to those suffering from this form cancer.
Mesothelioma is an extremely aggressive form of cancer that is mainly caused by the inhalation of asbestos fiber. This illness occurs when the asbestos fibers attack the mesothelium, a protective thin layer of cells that protects the body’s inner organs.
Often taking anywhere from 20-50 years to diagnose, mesothelioma is often discovered in the later stages of the cancer. Given this, aggressive treatment regimes are required for those living with mesothelioma.
Doctors like Charles F. von Gunten, are welcomed by those fighting this rare cancer, as palliative care is necessary and in high demand for these individuals. Because of the intense treatment protocol, including chemotherapy, radiation and other surgeries, palliative care is very important for mesothelioma patient’s overall comfort and wellness.
Therapies that are being introduced in the complementary medicine options are treatments such as massage, acupuncture and even the practice of yoga. Patients have found these therapies to be beneficial to their mental and physical state while undergoing traditional treatment. Please consult your doctor before using any complementary therapy, since every case of mesothelioma is unique.
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