Mesothelioma Stages1

How is mesothelioma staged? Mesothelioma stages are the assessment levels that doctors utilize to determine the extent of the cancer within the body. Mesothelioma is staged between 1 and 4, depending on severity. Stage 1 mesothelioma, for instance,...

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Mesothelioma Biopsies0

Patients that are exhibiting mesothelioma symptoms such as a large buildup of fluid in the chest or abdomen, and that have a history of asbestos exposure, will frequently be sent for a biopsy of the fluid and/or tissue by their doctor. There are...

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Imaging Scans0

​​​ If an individual presents symptoms of mesothelioma cancer like pleural or peritoneal effusion, dysphagia, shortness of breath, wheezing or chest pain, a physical examination along with a complete review of the individual’s history may lead to...

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Mesothelioma Diagnosis0

How do medical professionals diagnose mesothelioma? If you believe that you may have mesothelioma, a qualified medical professional will use a variety of diagnostic tests and methods to confirm the presence of the disease. The first step that mesothelioma...

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Bowel Obstruction0

Symptoms of mesothelioma cancer may appear at first to be nothing more than common ailments or illnesses. However, a medical professional should perform a thorough examination of an individual with mesothelioma-type complaints to rule out other possible conditions. Some individuals with mesothelioma cancer, however, do not have any symptoms or present one or two that are often dismissed. Since...

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