Signs and symptoms

                               You may also have fever and anemia.Once the disease becomes advanced,symptoms such as, bowel obstruction,jaundice,changes in bowels and low blood sugar level may happen. If you feel like you are having these signs do not procrastinate to see the doctor. The epitheloid type is the common type of Mesothelioma, accounting for 50 to 70% of all mesotheliomas.If you are having Epitheloid type of Mesothelioma, your chance of survival is better.

 

                               Once the disease becomes advanced,symptoms such as, bowel obstruction,jaundice,changes in bowels and low blood sugar level may happen. If you feel like you are having these signs do not procrastinate to see the doctor.The epitheloid type is the common type of Mesothelioma, accounting for 50 to 70% of all mesotheliomas.If you are having Epitheloid type of Mesothelioma, your chance of survival is better. A thorough blood count and levels of specific proteins can help making the diagnosis better but not in every case. Biopsy and the use of special staining are essential for the accurate diagnosis of Mesothelioma.In some severe cases, the person may experience collapse of the lungs. A mesothelioma does not spread to the brain,bone or adrenal glands.

                                Exposure to asbestos is one of the main reasons for the spread of Mesothelioma.It will have happened in the working place or when handling asbestos fibres or materials composed of asbestos. Workers who are associated with mining,milling and manufacturing its products are at the great risk of contracting this disease.It is advisable to consult a doctor if any of the above symptoms occur and get proper treatment.

 
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