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MESOTHELIOMA SYMPTOMS
In its early stages, mesothelioma does not have many symptoms. When symptoms do develop, they are often caused by the cancer growing and pressing on a nerve or other body organ.
It is important to understand that these mesothelioma symptoms may in fact be caused by mesothelioma, by another asbestos related disease or cancer, or by a far less threatening disease. Under no circumstances should such symptoms be assumed to be meaningless or harmless. Only a suitably trained and experienced physician can be relied upon to properly diagnose and treat this most serious of asbestos causes diseases. Though it is a disease that is generally unresponsive to therapy, and with a very poor long term prognosis, there are always advancements in the treatment of mesothelioma if the mesothelioma symptoms are properly addressed.
The symptoms of the 2 main types of mesothelioma are different.
Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms are:
- Pain in the lower back or the side of the chest
- A persistent cough
- Shortness of breath
- A hoarse or husky voice
- Losing more than 10% of your weight when not dieting
- Sweating and fevers
- Difficulty swallowing
Peritoneal Mesothelioma Symptoms are:
- Pain in the abdomen (stomach)
- Swelling in the abdomen
- Feeling or being sick
- Poor appetite
- Losing more than 10% of your weight when not dieting
- Diahrea or constipation
These symptoms are all more likely to be caused by some other illness, rather than by mesothelioma. But if you have these symptoms, see your doctor. This is particularly important if you have been exposed to asbestos in the past.
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Other related links:
1. Information, research and support organisations
2. National Cancer Institue, information for patients and families
3. Alliance for Lung Cancer, support for lung cancer patients
UK Mesothelioma Cancer Clinics
UK Cancer Clinics
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