ianthina (medicine) and Mesothelioma:Prevention (medicine)

ianthina (medicine)

ianthina
<marine biology> Any gastropod of the genus Ianthina, of which various species are found living in mid ocean; called also purple shell, and violet snail.

It floats at the surface by means of a raft, which it constructs by forming and uniting together air bubbles of hardened mucus. The Tyrian purple of the ancients was obtained in part from mollusks of this genus.

Alternative forms: janthina.

Origin: NL, fr. L. Ianthinus violet-blue, Gr.; violet + flower.

Mesothelioma:Prevention (medicine)

Prevention

Reducing your exposure to asbestos may reduce your risk of mesothelioma. Most people with mesothelioma were exposed to the asbestos fibers at work. Workers who may encounter asbestos fibers include:

Miners

Factory workers

Insulation manufacturers

Railroad workers

Ship builders

Gas mask manufacturers

Construction workers

Follow all safety precautions in your workplace, such as wearing protective equipment. You may also be required to shower and change out of your work clothes before taking a lunch break or going Home. Talk to your doctor about Other precautions you can take to protect yourself from asbestos exposure.

Older homes and buildings may contain asbestos. In many cases, it's more dangerous to remove the asbestos than it is to leave it intact. Breaking up asbestos may cause fibers to become airborne, where they can be taken into your body as you breathe. Consult experts trained to detect asbestos in your Home. These experts may test the air in your Home to determine whether the asbestos is a risk to your Health. Don't attempt to remove asbestos from your Home — hire a qualified expert.

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mesothelioma:Screening for mesothelioma

mesothelioma:Mesothelioma symptoms

mesothelioma:Types of mesothelioma

mesothelioma:Tests for mesothelioma

mesothelioma:Further tests for mesothelioma

mesothelioma:The stages of mesothelioma

mesothelioma:Statistics and outlook for mesothelioma

mesothelioma:Pleural mesothelioma treatment

mesothelioma:Peritoneal mesothelioma treatment

mesothelioma:Which surgery for mesothelioma?

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Mesothelioma:Signs and symptoms

Mesothelioma:Causes

Mesothelioma:Risk factors

Mesothelioma:Screening and diagnosis

Mesothelioma:Complications

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