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Wednesday 19 September 2018

Is Mesothelioma Cancer? Do I have Mesothelioma?


Is Mesothelioma Cancer?

Actually Yes. Mesothelioma is cancer which is related to Asbestos. Though Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer, yet it is very aggressive. It develops in the lining of the lungs, heart or abdomen.

The bitter truth is that there is no such possible cure for Mesothelioma but however the treatments of Mesothelioma are available. Also, the patients suffering from Mesothelioma have very less life expectancy.

Based on the part where Mesothelioma has affected, it can be classified into different types. The most prone part to Mesothelioma is lungs, which is referred to as Pleural Mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma affecting abdomen is referred to as Peritoneal Mesothelioma. We will discuss them in brief later in the article.
The most important factors for patients survival depends upon the stage of the disease and the location of the tumor

Patients age, overall health, previous disease and medical conditions and the severity of the tumor makes a major impact on the survival rate of Mesothelioma patients.

Do I have Mesothelioma?

It's not easy to distinguish the symptoms of Mesothelioma with another disease. Reason being- the symptoms are common and same with other types of disease.

However, the most common symptoms that can answer the question do I have Mesothelioma are
  • Pain in chest or rib
  • Loss of appetite
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Shortness of breath
  • Coughing

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