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Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms

Pleural mesothelioma affects the lining of the chest. Symptoms of pleural mesothelioma may include:

• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty swallowing
• Coughing
• Sweating
• Fever
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Swelling in the upper body, especially the face and arms
• Lower back pain
• Pain in the side of the chest
• Muscle weakness

Peritoneal Mesothelioma Symptoms

Mesothelioma that affects the lining of the abdominal cavity is calledperitoneal mesothelioma. Symptoms of this type of mesothelioma include:

• Stomach pain
• Weight loss
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Swollen belly
• Bowel obstruction
• Anemia
• Fever
• Blood clotting abnormalities

Pericardial Mesothelioma Symptoms

The pericardium is the lining that surrounds the heart. Mesothelioma affecting this area of the body is known as pericardial mesothelioma and symptoms include:

• Heart palpitations
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Persistent coughing

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