What actually symptoms of Mesothelioma?
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Malignant mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that occurs in the thin layer of cells lining the body's internal organs, known as the mesothelium. There are three recognized types of mesothelioma. Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of the disease, accounting for roughly 70% of cases, and occurs in the lining of the lung known as the pleura. Peritoneal mesothelioma occurs in the lining of the abdominal cavity, known as the peritoneum and pericardial mesothelioma originates in the pericardium, which lines the heart.Tags
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April 27th, 2010 at 10:47 am
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is primarily caused by exposure to certain types of asbestos, a material once used in building construction. The disease can affect the lungs, the abdomen, or the heart. There are three types of mesothelioma:-
-Pleural: Pleural mesothelioma affects the pleura – the lining of the lungs. It is the most common type of mesothelioma.
-Peritoneal: Peritoneal mesothelioma affects the peritoneum – the lining of the abdomen.
-Pericardial: Pericardial mesothelioma affects the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart. It is the least common type, affecting about 5 percent of people with the disease.
Causes of Mesothelioma
Asbestos exposure is the number one cause for mesothelioma. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was once found in many types industrial building supplies and equipment. Asbestos was used until the mid 1970′s when the risks of exposure were becoming evident. It is still used today, yet in a very limited capacity.
Asbestos exposure doesn’t result immediately in cancer. It takes years for the cancer to form and cause symptoms. Workers exposed in the 1950′s, 60′s, and 70′s are just now being diagnosed with mesothelioma. -