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Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that affects thousands of Americans each year. The main cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos, often one that took place years or even decades before the cancer itself manifests. When asbestos is in a friable form, it releases long, thin fibers into the air which can then inhaled. Once in the body, these fibers become stuck in the mucus membranes that surround organs and are unable to be cleared by natural means. They may remain there for an extended period of time before their presence can potentially cause an abnormal cell division which results in mesothelioma. There are several types of mesothelioma, each of which presents in a different manner and comes with a different prognosis.
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The most common form of mesothelioma is what is known as pleural mesothelioma. In this form, the asbestos fibers become stuck in the lining of the lungs. Pleural mesothelioma is characterized by the formation of a pleural effusion - a build up of fluid between the chest cavity and the lung lining. This effusion can cause symptoms such as difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, persistent coughing and rasping.
Peritoneal mesothelioma is the second most common form of mesothelioma. Peritoneal mesothelioma affects the stomach and abdomen of a patient. This cancer will be centered in the abdomen as a result of the tumors pressing against the stomach lining. In turn, this pressure can cause abdominal pain, abdominal swelling, vomiting and breathing problems.
The rarest form of this cancer is pericardial mesothelioma, which attacks the lining of the heart. The tumors caused by the pericardial form of mesothelioma can be extremely aggressive and cause severe chest pain, shortness of breath, and a chronic cough.
All three types of mesothelioma are hard to detect during their early stages, in large part because they mimic the symptoms of other more common diseases. Patients are advised to inform their doctors of any possible prior asbestos exposure; in order to help identify possible cases of mesothelioma before the cancer can advance. The earlier that mesothelioma is detected, the more options there are available for treatment. For more information about the types of mesothelioma and their prognosis, please fill out a form on our site and we will ship you a free information packet, which includes information about top doctors, medical centers, and the financial options available for treatment.
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