The Dreadful Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare case of cancer that is caused by too much exposure to asbestos. For those who are unlucky enough to be diagnosed with this type of cancer, their jobs are to be blamed.
It primarily affects the lining of the lungs but the heart and abdomen can also be affected in certain cases. According to research, almost 2000-3000 cases of Mesothelioma are diagnosed every year in the US. It occurs more frequently to men than women.
The earlier the cancer is diagnosed, the better since it will give more time for treatment. Usually one year is the life expectancy of a Mesothelioma patient but the more aggressive the treatment, the better.
Mesothelioma is caused primarily by exposure to asbestos that occurs when fibers of asbestos is inhaled or ingested and is lodged in human tissues that will cause infection or inflammation.
Asbestos is used in a lot of industries like the mining, shipping, plumbing, refineries, constructions, textile, auto mechanics, appliance shops and railroads.
There are 3 types of Mesothelioma:
• Pleural Mesothelioma: this type of cancer develops in the lungs lining. The most common type of malignant Mesothelioma.
• Peritoneal Mesothelioma: this type of cancer develops in the lining of the abdominal cavity or the peritoneal membrane.
• Pericardial Mesothelioma: this one develops in the lining of the heart. This is a rare type of Mesothelioma.
• Testicular Mesothelioma: this type of Mesothelioma occurs in the tunica vaginilis of the testicles and is a rare form of cancer.
Signs and Symptoms:
One of the bad things having Mesothelioma is that their signs and symptoms usually show up after a decade or so. When a victim finds out that she is diagnosed with Mesothelioma, it's usually too late already. As we all know Mesothelioma has no cure.
• Difficulty in breathing
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Chest pain
• Nausea
• Cold chills
• Amnesia
• Wight loss
• Persistent cough
• Back pain
• Short breaths
• Fatigue
• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Lumps appearing mostly under the skin of the abdomen
Victims of this disease are on of those who we should pity the most since this type of disease has no cure. We should assist and support them all the way and be very positive towards them.
