Mesothelioma is a deadly type of cancer which affects the lining of most of the internal organs such as the abdomen, lungs, and the heart. It is usually caused due to exposure to asbestos and unfortunately has no known cure as of now. Also, a person suffering from the disease may take around 20-50 years to experience its symptoms.
The life expectancy of such a patient is poor, as there is no cure for the disease. The location of the tumor, the cell type and the stage of the disease are important factors that may help to know whether or not the patient will survive. Other factors such as the patient’s age, overall health and the severity of the condition can also affect the patient’s survival.
What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?
The symptoms may vary depending on the parts affected by mesothelioma.
When Pleural mesothelioma affects the surrounding tissues of the lungs, the symptoms include;
When Peritoneal mesothelioma occurs in the abdominal tissues, the following symptoms are seen;
Pericardial mesothelioma ( affects the tissues surrounding the heart) can cause breathing difficulty and chest pain.
Mesothelioma of tunica vaginalis, (affects the surrounding tissues of the testicle) may cause swelling or mass to appear on a testicle initially.
We have compiled a list of five centers that offer care for mesothelioma patients in the country.