Symptoms of Mesothelioma may include Peritoneal & Pleural

Specific symptoms of Peritoneal mesothelioma:
Weight loss
Abdominal pain
Buildup of fluid in the abdomen
Bowel obstruction
Abnormal blood clotting
Abdominal mass
Fever
Specific symptoms of Pleural Mesothelioma:
Pain in the lower back
Pain in the side of chest
A persistent cough
Shortness of breath
Husky voice
Difficulty swallowing
Fever

Regardless of the location, malignant mesotheliomas occur in three forms. The epithelioid type is the most common, accounting for 50-70% of all mesotheliomas. Between 20-35% of mesotheliomas are sarcomatoid. The remaining 7-20% of tumors are classified as mixed/biphasic. Epithelioid mesothelioma has the best outlook for survival.If your symptoms suggest you may have mesothelioma, you doctor will order a number of tests. Imaging studies like X-rays, CT scans and MRI show any abnormalities within the lungs. A complete blood count and levels of specific proteins can help make the diagnosis. However, the diagnosis of mesothelioma cannot be made by blood work and imaging studies in every case. Other more common diseases such as benign asbestos-related pleural disease and metastatic adenocarcinoma can have very similar appearances on imaging studies. Biopsy, and the use of special staining are often necessary for the accurate diagnosis of mesothelioma.
Promising studies on the early detection of mesothelioma may soon provided more accurate methods for diagnosis. If you have these warning signs you should consultant a qualified medical professional immediately. Only a doctor can make a diagnosis.