Mesothelioma Symptoms
Pleural Mesothelioma: Pleural mesothelioma represents about 75% of all mesothelioma. The disease can grow quickly and enlarge the pleural space, causing it to fill with fluid. This fluid leads to the discomfort or pain associated with first detection of the disease. It is thought that pleural mesothelioma is caused by the inhaling of fibrous materials, including asbestos. These fibers lodge in the pleura and, over time, cause damage to the tissue layer and cancer erupts. Learn more about pleural mesothelioma.
Pericardial Mesothelioma: The rarest form of mesothelioma is that which affects the linings of the heart cavity, called the pericardium. Less than 10% of all mesothelioma cases are related to the heart. As in the lung, the rapid growth of the cancerous tumors can cause expansion of the tissue and accumulation of fluid. The fluid can interfere with the functioning of the heart and cause chest pain. Mesothelioma cases are known to be caused by exposure to asbestos; but it is completely unknown how the asbestos fibers enter the tissue layers surrounding the heart. Learn more about pericardial mesothelioma.
Peritoneal Mesothelioma: Mesothelioma of the abdomen is called peritoneal mesothelioma. The serous membrane surrounding the abdomen is known as the peritoneum. This disease accounts for approximately 10% to 20% of mesothelioma cases. In addition, a rare form of peritoneal mesothelioma affects the male testicles. The covering layer of the scrotum is actually an out pouching of the peritoneum.
Mesothelioma Peritoneum [Mesothelioma Symptoms]
Mesothelioma Symptoms:
Mesothelioma develops many years after exposure to asbestos. Sometimes, it may be 30 to 40 years before symptoms occur. Unfortunately, in the early stages of the disease, symptoms may be vague or not noticeable. Thus, if you have been exposed to asbestos in the past, even for a very brief time, it’s important to have regular check-ups to detect any lung abnormalities, even if you don’t have symptoms.
Benign lung disease, such as asbestosis is common in people who have been exposed to asbestos. The symptoms can be very similar, and only a complete medical exam can provide an accurate diagnosis.
Early detection of mesothelioma allows doctor to use more effective and more powerful treatments. For this reason, you should watch carefully for any of the symptoms of mesothelioma. >>>Pleural Mesothelioma | Pericardial Mesothelioma | Peritoneal Mesothelioma<<<
Mesothelioma 
Type of Lung Cancer
Symptoms of Mesothelioma may include:
- Coughing
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Weight Loss
- Pain in chest and abdomen
- Fluid in the chest
- Weight loss
- Abdominal pain
- Buildup of fluid in the abdomen
- Bowel obstruction
- Abnormal blood clotting
- Abdominal mass
- Fever
Pleural Mesothelioma Peritoneal
Specific symptoms of Pleural Mesothelioma:
- Pain in the lower back
- Pain in the side of chest
- A persistent cough
- Shortness of breath
- Husky voice
- Difficulty swallowing
- Fever
Pericardial Mesothelioma Pericardial
Diagnosis
Diagnosis: When considering a diagnosis of asbestosis, your doctor will probably inquire as to your exposure to asbestos. He-she may also ask whether any fellow employees have been affected by the disease....Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Treatment
Treatment: The affects of asbestosis cannot be reversed but progression can be halted and symptoms treated. Above all us, further exposure to the toxic material should be eliminated. If you smoke, it’s necessary to stop immediately.....Mesothelioma Treatment
Peritoneal Mesothelioma Pleural