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Symptoms of Mesothelioma

 Depending on where the cancer develops, the signs and symptoms of mesothelioma can vary i.e.

Symptoms of Pleural mesothelioma:

• Chest pain
• Lower back pain
• Chronic and painful coughing
• Fever
• Weight loss
• Shortness of breath
• Lumps of tissue under the skin of the chest
• Fatigue
• Excessive sweating
• Difficulties swallowing
• Hoarse throat
• Muscle weakness
• Swollen face or arms
  

The symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma:

• Pain in the abdomen
• Swelling in the abdomen
• Lumps of tissue in the abdomen
• Weight loss
• Fever
• Anemia
• Nausea and vomiting
  

Pericardial mesothelioma symptoms:

• Irregular heart beat
• Breathing difficulties
• Pain in the chest
• Chronic cough
  

If you have any of the above signs or symptoms of mesothelioma, you need to see a doctor immediately. It is common for people to ignore the early signs of the disease or for a wrong diagnosis to take place as symptoms can often be confused for other illnesses. However, if you fall within the high-risk group and have been exposed to asbestos for any duration of time, it is better to do the necessary tests and begin treatment at the earliest.