Symptoms of Mesothelioma-
These symptoms may be caused by mesothelioma or by other, less serious conditions.
Mesothelioma that affects the pleura can cause signs and symptoms:
1. Chest wall pain
2. Pleural effusion, or fluid surrounding the lung
3. shortness of breath
4. Fatigue or anemia
5. Wheezing, hoarseness, or cough
6. Blood in the sputum (fluid) cough (hemoptysis)
In severe cases, the person may have many tumor masses. The individual may develop a pneumothorax, or collapse of the lung. This disease may metastasize, or spread, to other parts of the body.
Tumors that affect the abdominal cavity often do not cause symptoms until they are at the final stage. Symptoms include:
1.stomach ache
2. Ascites, or an abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen
3. A mass in the abdomen
4. Problems with bowel function
5. Weight loss
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