Types of Mesothelioma, Cancer From Asbestos Exposure

Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer mesothelium, the lining that covers the body internal organs including the heart and lungs, are acquired by exposure to asbestos or other asbestos materials.

There are three main types of mesothelioma, pleural mesothelioma, peritoneal mesothelioma and pericardial mesothelioma. Each type has its own signs and symptoms, although some signs and symptoms are identical to the three species. Patients suffering from these diseases usually do not have any idea that the mesothelioma because some of the obvious symptoms does not usually manifest immediately after exposure. That is why the disease is complex to diagnose and has a poor prognosis.

three main types of mesothelioma

1 Pleural mesothelioma

• One of the most common type of mesothelioma, affecting the lungs and the protective lining and cavity
· Attack the respiratory system of the body
· Pleural effusion is the result of a symptom of this kind, which has the structure of fluid between the lining and cavity
· Because of the pleural effusion, the patient May experience difficulty with breathing, dysphagia, shortness of breath, fever, persistent cough, sudden weight loss, coughing out blood and rugged
· With other types of mesothelioma, this form may take 20-30 years or even more, to show some symptoms in patients who are directly exposed to asbestos

2 Peritoneal mesothelioma

• One of the few types of mesothelioma, which affects the stomach and abdomen
-Includes the lining that protects the contents of the abdomen, and it also provides a lubricating fluid to enable the organs to function properly
· It is called diffuse peritoneal mesothelioma, in which cancer cells are already widely
· Symptoms include: abdominal pain, body weakness, sudden weight loss, nausea, loss of appetite, constipation and abdominal swelling
· It is a very long latency period, in which symptoms may not be evident for a long time after exposure

3 Pericardial Mesothelioma

° is the rarest type of mesothelioma, which affects the heart and the cavity that surrounds it
· It is characterized by a tumor in the pericardial
· May The patient suffering from chest pain, difficulty breathing, wheezing, persistent coughing and palpitations
· It could take several decades or more to manifest these symptoms

often the victim with one of the types of mesothelioma are usually people who have a history of working in a place of constant exposure to asbestos. One of the most common factor is the lack of or limited supply of protective equipment for workers. Appropriate protective equipment is necessary when working in hazardous environments. To avoid getting these dangerous diseases, workers should ask their companies provide appropriate protective gear to ensure safety of workers. Remember, "Prevention is better than cure ".