Symptoms of Mesothelioma Cancer

There are various symptoms of Mesothelioma cancer, but sometimes they
don't appear until 30 to 50 years after exposure to asbestos, hence
the importance of following the series of recommendations for
prevention of asbestos-related diseases among asbestos workers.

The most common Mesothelioma symptoms are shortness of breath and pain
in the chest. These symptoms occur due to a buildup of fluid in the
pleura, what is known as Pleural Mesothelioma. However the symptoms of
Peritoneal Mesothelioma include weight loss, abdominal pain and
swelling due to an accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity.

Peritoneal mesothelioma may include other uncomfortable symptoms too,
such as bowel obstruction, blood clotting abnormalities, anemia and
fever.

However these symptoms can appear before if malignant cancerous cells
have spread beyond the mesothelium to other parts of the body, and
other symptoms such as trouble swallowing, pain, and swelling of the
neck or face may appear.

Mesothelioma or other less serious conditions may caused these
symptoms, therefore the importance of going to a doctor if you feel
any of these symptoms, because only an expert like him can make a
correct diagnosis.

Mesothelioma cancer rate has increased over the past 20 years and
although this disease is not as common as other cancer pathologies,
the number of new diagnosed cases in the United States has risen up to
2,000 per year.

According to experts the major risk factor for developing Mesothelioma
lies in working with asbestos, so if you are a asbestos worker
remember following the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health
Administration recommendations in order to reduce your risk.