Symptoms Of Mesothelioma

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Due to the generic nature of mesothelioma symptoms they are usually ignored in most cases. Symptoms of mesothelioma are akin to those of other common diseases. Moreover, studies have concluded that patients would not develop symptoms of mesothelioma till much later in their life, ranging from about 20 to 40 years and thus not that many patients associate the symptoms to something that happened to them that long ago.

Mesothelioma is a cancer which affects the protective linings of internal organs. These linings include:
• Pericardium: a sac holding the heart;

• Peritoneum: the lining of the abdominal cavity; and

• Pleura: the outer lining surrounding the lungs and chest cavity.

Due to the special nature and functions of each of these organs the symptoms of mesothelioma affecting them can vary. Some of these symptoms are very rare where as others may be severe. Therefore, it is suggested to visit a doctor if any of the symptoms exist.

Furthermore, if mesothelioma is detected at an early stage the chances of curing it are high.

The following are mesothelioma symptoms categorized by type.
Pericardium Mesothelioma Symptoms:

• Irregular breathing patterns

• Chest pain

• Unusual heart beating

• Coughing

• Shortness of breath

Peritoneal Mesothelioma Symptoms:

• Vomiting

• Weight Loss

• Abdominal pain

• Fever

• Bowel obstruction

• Hernia

• Swelling or mass accumulation in the abdomen

• Blood clots

• Nausea

Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms:

• Fever

• Pleural effusions (accumulation of fluid in the lung lining)

• Coughing up blood

• Pain in chest

• Excessive coughing

• Loss of appetite

• Weakness

• Paralysis

• Hoarseness

• Shortness of breath

• Back pain

• Weight loss

• Swelling

• Problems in swallowing

A pleural mesothelioma may result in lung cancer or pneumothorax but only in severe cases and on the other hand some patients might not exhibit any symptoms at all.

Other minor diseases have similar symptoms as mesothelioma but if identified soon enough these can help cure mesothelioma cancer at an early stage. You need to remember that the existence of mesothelioma can only be confirmed by a doctor and he does so by examining asbestos exposure history, medical reports, MRI and/or CT scan and in some cases a needle biopsy.

If you feel that you may have mesothelioma, you need to see your doctor or health professional as soon as possible. Any delay may hurt your chances of survival and making a full recovery. The sooner you go to your doctor and get checked out, the sooner the doctors can start to help you recover or feel more comfortable.

If you have been exposed to asbestos and would like to know more about mesothelioma or treatment for asbestos cancer.
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What is mesothelioma

2008-07-05T21:59:00.000-07:00

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Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer that has recently become a concern amongst many people as the dangers of asbestos and its wide-spread use before the late 1970's become more well-known.

Mesothelioma is a Form of Cancer Caused by Exposure to Asbestos

The first thing to realize about Mesothelioma is that it is a malignant cancer caused usually by exposure to asbestos or asbestos-containing materials. The symptoms of Mesothelioma often do not show up until years after the asbestos exposure.

Mesothelioma is a Malignant Cancer that Affects the Heart, Lungs and Stomach.

Mesothelioma is a malignant cancer that affects the linings of the heart, lungs and stomach. The symptoms experienced will therefore differ depending on the organ affected. Peritoneal Mesothelioma (Mesothelioma of the stomach) leads to loss of appetite, pain in the abdomen and problems with bowel functioning. Pleural Mesothelioma on the other hand affects the lungs and chest pain, difficulty breathing, and coughing up blood. All Mesothelioma is malignant and will often lead to death.

How It Is Caused

Although asbestos containing materials may be relatively harmless when contained, when they become damaged or worn asbestos particles may become airborne and these in turn may be inhaled by people who come into contact with the material. When this happens the asbestos particles travel to the lungs where they start to cause damage to the linings of the lungs leading to Mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma is a malignant cancer that is very severe and affects the linings of the heart, lungs and stomach and although causing different symptoms initially may all eventually lead to death. This cancer is generally caused by exposure to asbestos and the inhalation of asbestos particles.

This article was written by Mandy Buchanan. Learn more about Mesothelioma by visiting M Buchanan reports on "What is Mesothelioma".

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