Types of Mesothelioma

There are different types of mesothelioma:

• Peritoneal Mesothelioma
• Pleural Mesothelioma
• Pericardial Mesothelioma

1. Peritoneal Mesothelioma:

Peritoneal Mesothelioima is the name given to the cancer that attacks the lining of the abdomen. This type of cancer is caused by asbestos exposure, and it affects the lining that protects the contents of the abdomen and which also provides a lubricating fluid to enable the organs to move and work properly.

This disease is sometimes referred to as diffuse peritoneal mesothelioma and this is where the cancer has spread out. Accountable for around ten percent of mesothelioma cases, this type asbestos-related cancer is the second most common(after Pleural Mesothelioma).

There are a nu,ber of symptoms for this disease. However, like all other types of mesothelioma, there is a very long latence period, and symptoms may not become evident for decades after exposure. This means that by the time symptoms have begun, it is often already too late to offer any real constructive treament. Further delay can be caused dye to the fact that the symptoms are generally non-specific and can therefore be attributed to a number of more common ailments. Unless your doctor is aware that you have been exposed to asbestos in the past, he or she is likely to look at other options before even contemplating mesothelioma. It is therefore important to let your doctor know of any exposure to this substance.

Symptoms:

Ths symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma include:

• abdominal pains
  
• weakness
• weight loss
• nausea
• loss off appetite
• abdominal swelling
• bowel obstruction

Depending on the locaiton of the tumour, additional problems can be experienced such as:

1. Breathing problems and
2. severe pains