Mesothelioma Cancer Xray Pictures
Mesothelioma is a rare and fatal form of cancer that attacks the mesothelium, the protect sac lining the lungs, stomach and/ or heart. Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer that is directly caused by exposure to asbestos.
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a natural mineral that is made up of strong, durable fibers. Due to its strength and resistance to heat and fire, asbestos was once considered to be an ideal material in a number of different asbestos industries and was used to manufacture thousands of products and building materials. During the manufacturing process, however, asbestos is broken down and the fibers pull apart. The fibers, once separated, are easy to swallow and ingest. Once ingested, the durable fibers can become lodged in the mesothelium and after a period of time cause the development of mesothelioma cancer.Types of Mesothelioma
There are different types of mesothelioma cancer, including:- Pleural Mesothelioma: affects the lining of the lungs (most common type of mesothelioma, accounting for nearly 70 percent of cases)
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma: attacks the lining of the stomach
- Pericardial Mesothelioama: attacks the lining of the heart (rarest form of mesothelioma cancer, only accounting for about 5 percent of cases)
Mesothelioma Symptoms
The symptoms of mesothelioma can take up to 50 years to develop after initial asbestos exposure. Although each individual case is different, the most common mesothelioma symptoms include:- Shortness of breath
- Chronic cough
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
Mesothelioma Cancer Picture
Here you will find an x-ray taken of an individual with mesothelioma cancer. For more information or to review more mesothelioma pictures, contact mesothelioma centers today.
