Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Mesothelioma Symptoms

Mesothelioma symptoms do not appear immeadiately after being exposed to asbestos. It is common for symptoms to appear 25-50 years after the intial exposure. There are instances where no symptoms are present.

Mesothelioma symptoms vary depending on the type of mesothelioma.

Meolthelioma Symptoms


  • persistant cough
  • shortness of breath
  • chest pain
  • wheezing
  • abdominal pain and swelling
  • weight loss
  • fever
  • anemia


  • After the disease advances and spread to other organs, symptoms such as jaundice, bowel obstruction, bowel changes, and low blood sugar may be experienced.

    If you have been exposed to asbestos and the past and feel you are suffering from mesolthelioma symptoms, please see your doctor.
    source: about.com