Patient Videos

Module 1: Understanding Mesothelioma

Rosa's story: How did you find out you had mesothelioma?

In this video, Rosa shares her experience with being diagnosed with pleural epithelioid mesothelioma. After experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath and a recurring cough, she underwent a series of evaluations to find the cause. Imaging and further testing, including a biopsy, confirmed her diagnosis. Rosa describes the unexpected nature of her diagnosis and the steps she took as she began navigating her mesothelioma care journey.

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Rosa's story: What challenges and successes have you had with your mesothelioma treatment?

In this video, Rosa shares the challenges and successes she experienced during her mesothelioma treatment journey. She reflects on the physical and emotional impact of intensive treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, and describes how she stayed engaged in her care through healthy lifestyle changes and support from others. Rosa highlights the importance of a strong support network, including the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation, a trusted medical team, and having hope throughout her journey.

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Ben's story: How did you find out you had mesothelioma?

In this video, Ben shares his mesothelioma diagnosis journey. After initially attributing his shortness of breath to recovering from foot surgery and getting older, his worsening symptoms led him to seek medical care. An emergency room visit revealed a large buildup of fluid around his lung, triggering a series of tests and specialist appointments that ultimately confirmed pleural mesothelioma.

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Ben's story: What challenges and successes have you had with your mesothelioma treatment?

In this video, Ben reflects on the emotional and physical challenges of mesothelioma treatment, including coping with a cancer diagnosis, managing chemotherapy side effects, and adjusting to a new normal. He also shares what has helped him stay hopeful, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis, advances in treatment, and the value of support from caregivers, other patients, and the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation.

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This activity has been funded by generous supporters of the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation.

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