A person suffering from mesothelioma will experience slightly different symptoms depending on which type of the disease they are inflicted with.

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

Symptoms of mesothelioma 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.