Mesothelioma of the Lung

Mesothelioma of the LungMesothelioma is a form of cancer that is almost always caused by previous exposure to asbestos.[1] In this disease, malignant cells develop in the mesothelium, a protective lining that covers most of the body's internal organs....

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Signs and symptoms

Mesothelioma that affects the pleura can cause these signs and symptoms:· chest wall pain · pleural effusion, or fluid surrounding the lung · shortness of breath · fatigue or anemia · wheezing, hoarseness, or cough · ...

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Diagnosing mesothelioma

Diagnosing mesothelioma is often difficult, because the symptoms are similar to those of a number of other conditions. Diagnosis begins with a review of the patient's medical history. A history of exposure to asbestos may increase clinical suspicion...

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Screening

There is no universally agreed protocol for screening people who have been exposed to asbestos. However some research indicates that the serum osteopontin level might be useful in screening asbestos-exposed people for mesothelio...

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