Mediastinal tumor (patient information)
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What is mediastinal tumor?
The mediastinum is the part of the chest between the sternum and the spinal column, and between the lungs. It is divided into three sections: anterior, middle and posterior. Lymphomas and thymomas are the most common mediastinal tumors in adults.
How do I know if I have mediastinal tumor and what are the symptoms of mediastinal tumor?
Early mediastinal tumor does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows larger, people may notice one or more of the following symptoms:
- Chest pain
- Cough
- Hemoptysis
- Hoarseness
- Shortness of breath
- Chills and fever
- Night sweats
Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
Who is at risk for mediastinal tumor?
How to know you have mediastinal tumor?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Diseases with similar symptoms
Where to find medical care for mediastinal tumor?
Directions to Hospitals Treating mediastinal tumor