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Malignant mesothelioma is an uncommon cancerous tumor of the lining of the lung and chest cavity(pleura) or lining of the abdomen(peritoneum) that is typically due to long-term asbestos exposure.Long-term exposure to as... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms may not appear until 20 - 50 years or longer after exposure to asbestos, and may include:Abdominal bloatingA...
Causes
Long-term exposure to asbestos -- a fire-resistant material -- is the biggest risk factor. Asbestos was once commonl...
Tests
Chest x-rayCytology of pleural fluidOpen lung biopsyPleural biopsyThoracic CTMesotheliomas are often hard to diagnose...
Treatments
There is no cure. Untreated, the average malignant mesothelioma patient survives 9 months.
Alternative Therapies
You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and problems. Se...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of malignant mesothelioma.
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