Early mesothelioma does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows larger, people may notice one or more of the symptoms.
Mesothelioma that affects the pleura can cause:
Chest pain Shortness of breath Cough Blood in sputum or hemoptysis Fever Sweating Fatigue Weight loss Trouble swallowing
Mesothelioma that affects the peritoneum can cause:
Abdominal pain Ascites or abdominal distension A mass in the abdomen Problems with bowel function Fatigue Weight loss
Mesothelioma that affects the pericardium can cause:
Palpitation Cough or hemoptysis dizziness or hypotension oedema in legs Fatigue
Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
What are the symptoms of Mesothelioma?
Early mesothelioma does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows larger, people may notice one or more of the symptoms.
Mesothelioma that affects the pleura can cause:
Chest pain Shortness of breath Cough Blood in sputum or hemoptysis Fever Sweating Fatigue Weight loss Trouble swallowing
Mesothelioma that affects the peritoneum can cause:
Abdominal pain Ascites or abdominal distension A mass in the abdomen Problems with bowel function Fatigue Weight loss
Mesothelioma that affects the pericardium can cause:
Palpitation Cough or hemoptysis dizziness or hypotension oedema in legs Fatigue
Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.