Mesothelioma

Asbestos fibers can cause mesothelioma, when they cause irritation or damage to the lung cells (pleura) and abdominal cavities (peritoneum). In time, these abnormal cells develop into tumors.

The symptoms of mesothelioma could take between 10 and 50 years to manifest, and are often mistaken for other illnesses. The only risk factor that is known is a history of asbestos exposure.

Pleural Mesothelioma

Pleural mesothelioma affects the lung and chest wall. Patients diagnosed with this type of mesothelioma generally have symptoms such as chest pain, breathing difficulty and coughing. Certain patients also have an accumulation of fluid between the lung and the wall of the chest known as an the pleural effusion. Asbestos fibers can irritate the lung and chest linings. lung. In time, the irritated lining forms tumors that expand into the pleura. The tumors can grow to the peritoneum, bones, and the liver.

It usually takes between 20 and 50 years to develop pleural mesothelioma following exposure to asbestos. People who have been exposed to asbestos in the workplace are at most risk of developing the disease. Shipyard workers and crews on ships as well as veterans, are at risk.

A person may experience symptoms for several weeks before doctors diagnose pleural mesothelioma. The symptoms can include breathing difficulties or coughing, dry chest pain and fatigue. A patient with this condition may also have a low fever and unexplained weight loss. A doctor can determine mesothelioma by getting a patient's medical history of exposure to asbestos and conducting an examination. Chest X-rays or CT scans are commonly done. These tests may reveal fluid in the chest cavity, or a tumor near one of the lungs.

The first step to treat pleural msothelioma is draining the excess fluid. Doctors can accomplish this by a procedure called thoracentesis which involves inserting a thin tube into the chest cavity between two ribs. This tube allows doctors to examine the area and then take samples of the pleural fluid. A doctor can then test the fluid to determine whether it is cancerous or not.

The prognosis for patients with mesothelioma of the pleural is based on several factors such as the stage of the tumor as well as the extent of the cancer. The patient's age and smoking habits can affect the prognosis. The general health of a patient and the speed at which they seek medical attention after being diagnosed can impact their chances of survival. Asbestos patients who are treated aggressively and early have the greatest chance of a favorable outcome.

Peritoneal Mesothelioma

Peritoneal Mesothelioma occurs along the lining of the abdomen, referred to as the peritoneum. Although this mesothelioma type is less prevalent than the most common form called pleural mesothelioma is still a fatal illness. Peritoneal mesothelioma can be caused by asbestos exposure at work. Asbestos fibers inhaled or ingested enter the digestive system, and then move through the lymphatic system to reach the tissue of the peritoneal area. Once they are there, they cause irritation to cells and damage DNA. Over time, the resulting inflammation causes scar tissue and tumors to grow.

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Reproductive Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma may affect the lining of organs such as the chest, abdomen, or the heart. It can also be found in the eye's lining (periocular mesothelioma) and testicles (testicular mesothelioma). Rarely, mesothelioma is found in other areas of the body, such as the kidneys, stomach, or heart valves. Mesothelioma is most often found in the lungs and chest wall. Mesothelioma can also be found in the heart's lining and the abdominal cavity.

Asbestos exposure is the primary reason for mesothelioma. Workers in blue-collar industry and the military in the United States were exposed to asbestos in large quantities. Asbestos manufacturers knew that asbestos was dangerous however they failed to warn their employees or disclose the dangers. From the 1930s until the 1980s, asbestos was extensively used in shipbuilding, construction and power plants. Exposure to asbestos can lead to the development of mesothelioma, lung cancer and other asbestos-related illnesses.

The majority of mesothelioma cases don't manifest until several years after exposure. Most often, the disease is not properly diagnosed. The symptoms can manifest between 20 and 60 years after exposure to asbestos.

Symptoms of mesothelioma can include a shortness of breath and chest pain, as well as persistent cough, or fluids in the lung. Mesothelioma is often difficult to identify because it is so rare and because its symptoms are similar to those of many other ailments, including pneumonia and lung cancer.

A doctor will examine your medical history in order to find mesothelioma or other health issues. He or she will inquire about your work history, and whether you were exposed to asbestos. Mesothelioma is more frequent in people who worked in industries which handled or transported asbestos.

The treatment options for mesothelioma are contingent on the type of cancer and its stage. In most instances, chemotherapy and surgery are the most commonly used treatments. Radiation is sometimes used. Immunotherapy is an alternative method to treat mesothelioma. The research is in the very early stages of its development.