Mesothelioma Types and Symptoms

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that claims the life of approximately 2,500 people every year. There are approximately 3,000 new diagnoses each year. The following are the most common forms of mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma Types:

Types

Location

Percent of Cases

Pleural

Lining of lungs

80-85%

Peritoneal

Lining of the Abdomen

15-20%

Pericardial

Lining of the Heart

1%

Testicular

Lining of the testicles

1%

Mesothelioma Symptoms:

Type

Common Symptoms

Pleural

Shortness of breath, chest pain(on the side), weight loss, abnormally excessive sweating, unproductive cough, fatigue, fever

Peritoneal

Stomach ache/pain, constipation, vomiting, abdominal fluid and swelling

Pericardial

Heart palpitations, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath when lying flat, difficulty breathing

Testicular

Buildup of fluid in the scrotum, lump in the scrotum, swelling of the testicles

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