Symptoms
of mesothelioma may not appear until 30 to 50 years
after exposure to asbestos. Shortness of breath and
pain in the chest due to an accumulation of fluid in
the pleura are often symptoms of pleural
mesothelioma. Symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma
include weight loss and abdominal pain and swelling
due to a buildup of fluid in the abdomen. Other
symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma may include
bowel obstruction, blood clotting abnormalities,
anemia, and fever. If the cancer has spread beyond
the mesothelium to other parts of the body, symptoms
may include pain, trouble swallowing, or swelling of
the neck or face.
These symptoms may be caused by mesothelioma or by
other, less serious conditions. It is important to
see a doctor about any of these symptoms. Only a
doctor can make a diagnosis.
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