Mesothelioma Symptoms
A person suffering from mesothelioma cancer will experience slightly different symptoms depending on which type of the disease they are inflicted with.
Mesothelioma Symptoms
Specific symptoms of Pleural Mesothelioma:
- Shortness of breath
- A persistent cough
- Pleural effusion
- Pain in the lower back
- Pain in the side of chest
- Raspy voice
- Difficulty swallowing
- Fever
- Night sweats
- Weight loss
Specific symptoms of Peritoneal mesothelioma:
- Weight loss
- Abdominal pain
- Buildup of fluid in the abdomen, thus causing swelling
- Bowel obstruction
- Abnormal blood clotting
- Anemia
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Swelling of the feet
Specific symptoms of Pericardial mesothelioma:
- Excessive coughing
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Nausea
- Weight loss
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Palpitations
Mesothelioma Symptoms Treated by Doctors
Mesothelioma symptoms are generally nonspecific and sometimes can resemble other less serious conditions. Only a doctor can make a definite diagnosis of the disease. Though the slow onset of its development may be deceiving, mesothelioma is a swift killer once symptoms have fully manifested themselves. If you or someone you know thinks they may be suffering from mesothelioma, it is important to contact a physician or a mesothelioma cancer center as soon as possible.
Mesothelioma Cancer Symptoms (english) / Sintomas del Mesotelioma Cancer (spanish)
