Most people with malignant mesothelioma have been exposed to asbestos in some form, usually in a job. The symptoms of malignant mesothelioma include shortness of breath, chest pain, difficulty breathing, and pain or swelling in the abdomen. Any person experiencing these symptoms should see a doctor. A doctor will normally start by x-raying the chest or abdomen. A pathologist will then review the biopsy in order to determine if there are cancer cells.
Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that can be difficult to diagnose.
There are physicians throughout the country who specialize in diagnosing and treating malignant mesothelioma. We encourage you to visit this area of the site. There are several treatment options that are generally available for those suffering from malignant mesothelioma. This option may involve the doctor removing part of the lining of the chest or abdomen and some of the tissue around it. Radiation therapy is sometimes used in conjunction with surgery.