Sunday, 10 July 2016
Mesothelioma Types
Mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium caused by asbestos exposure. The mesothelium is a thin membrane that protects and lubricates different body cavities, such as the chest and abdominal cavities. Below are some of the types of Mesothelioma.
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Pleural Mesothelioma
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Peritoneal Mesothelioma
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Pericardial Mesothelioma
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Testicular Mesothelioma
Pleural Mesothelioma
Cancer of the mesothelium in the lungs is known as
pleural mesothelioma. It accounts for 3 out of 4 mesothelioma diagnoses because
most asbestos fibers are inhaled, lodging into the lining of the lungs.
Symptoms of
Pleural Mesothelioma
- Effusions (Fluid)
- Weight Loss
- Shortness of Breath
- Persistent Dry Cough
- Persistent Chest Pain
- Difficulty Swallowing
- General Fatigue
Cancer of the mesothelium surrounding the abdomen is
known as peritoneal mesothelioma. It is caused by ingesting asbestos fibers and
accounts for about 20 percent of all diagnoses.
Symptoms of Peritoneal
Mesothelioma
- Abdominal Pain
- Weight Loss
- Nausea / Vomiting
- Bowel Irregularity
- General Fatigue
- Seizures (10 percent of patients)
- Ascites (Fluid)
Cancer of the mesothelium surrounding the heart is known
as pericardial mesothelioma. This is the rarest form of mesothelioma and is
rarely diagnosed while the patient is still alive.
Symptoms of Pericardial
- Difficulty Breathing
- Chest Pain
- General Fatigue
- Weight Loss
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Fever
- Heart Murmurs
Testicular mesothelioma is the rarest form of mesothelioma. It occurs in less than one percent of all mesothelioma diagnoses.
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