How to Tell if You Have Mesothelioma from Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma - Symptoms and Solutions
Symptoms of Mesothelioma can be latent in the body for years. And even
when the symptoms do become evident, the symptoms are so general that they can
easily be misdiagnosed. The symptoms of this disease can even be confused with
pneumonia during its early stages, making it difficult to diagnose. It is therefore
important for patients to inform their doctor if they have been exposed to asbestos
at any point
Types of Mesothelioma:
Pleural Mesothelioma and Peritoneal Mesothelioma are common forms of
Mesothelioma. The rarest form of this disease is pericardial mesothelioma
What are some of the symptoms?
Shortness of breath and chest pains are common. This may be accompanied by a
persistent cough. Those with Pleural Mesothelioma may also experience severe
breathing difficulty, weight loss and fever as well as trouble swallowing and even
swelling of the face and neck. Some patients may also develop a rasping voice and
start coughing up blood. However, there are other patients that may not show any
significant symptoms at all.
Patients with peritoneal mesothelioma can display abdominal pain and swelling,
nausea, loss of appetite and vomiting. They can also suffer breathing problems, and
chest pain.
Pericardial mesothelioma sufferers may experience chest pain, shortness of breath,
persistent coughing and palpitations.
What causes this?
With Pleural Mesothelioma the build up of fluid between the lining of the lung and
the chest cavity. This is known as pleural effusion. This type of the disease starts in
the chest cavity and can then spread to other parts of the body.
In patients with peritoneal mesothelioma the disease starts in the abdomen and can
spread from there. These symptoms result from tumours that lean against the
abdominal wall. Bowel obstruction, anaemia, fever and problems with blood clotting
may also affect peritoneal mesothelioma patients.
Pericardial Mesothelioma, starts in the cavity surrounding the heart. With pericardial
mesothelioma, the tumours grow in the tissues that surround the heart and can
spread from there.
For information on ways to treat Mesothelioma go to:
http://www.topmesotheliomalawyer.com/Mesothelioma_Information.php
Caterina Christakos is a published author and internet publisher. Her background is in marriage and family counseling and law.
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