Mesothelioma Diagnosis

The early detection of mesothelioma is critical to the patient’s outlook and in determining applicable treatment options. However, mesothelioma is often difficult to diagnose for a variety of reasons. Because mesothelioma is a rare disease, many doctors are not familiar with it. In addition,  the non-specific nature of patient symptoms can be indicators of other medical conditions. The extended length of time between asbestos exposure and a patient’s symptomatic responses, between 10-70 years, further hinders immediate detection of mesothelioma. Despite these difficulties, there are many procedures available for the accurate diagnosis of mesothelioma. Continue >

Mesothelioma Symptoms

The following symptomatic responses MAY BE caused by mesothelioma, or by other less serious medical problems. Early symptoms of mesothelioma are often similar to the flu or pneumonia. This information is provided for your information only, and should NOT take the place of a full medical diagnosis. If you are experiencing any of the below symptoms, consult your doctor right away.  Continue >