Mesothelioma history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sujit Routray, M.D. [2]

History

When evaluating a patient for mesothelioma, you should take a detailed history of the presenting symptom (onset, duration, and progression), other associated symptoms, and a thorough family and past medical history review. Other specific areas of focus include a history of any exposure to asbestos or radiation. Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until 20 to 50 years after exposure to asbestos. Symptoms of mesothelioma include chest pain, shortness of breath, cough, abdominal pain, palpitation, hemoptysis, and swelling in the legs.

Symptoms

Early mesothelioma does not have any symptoms. Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until 20 to 50 years after exposure to asbestos. As the tumor grows in size, it may present with one or more symptoms. Symptoms of mesothelioma depend on the location of the tumor.

Mesothelioma that affects the pleura can cause:

• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Cough
• Blood in sputum
• Fever
• Sweating
• Fatigue
• Weight loss
• Difficulty in swallowing

Mesothelioma that affects the peritoneum can cause:

• Abdominal pain
• Abdominal distension
• Lump in the abdomen
• Fatigue
• Weight loss

Mesothelioma that affects the pericardium can cause:

• Palpitation
• Cough
• Hemoptysis
• Dizziness
• Swelling in legs
• Fatigue
• Night sweats

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