How is Peritoneal Mesothelioma Contracted?
Abdominal, or peritoneal, mesothelioma is caused through the inhalation of asbestos fibers or asbestos dust. Asbestos is a material that is derived from vermiculite, a mineral that was mined heavily in the United States and around the world in the 20th century. Asbestos was most commonly used as an insulation within the construction industry because it was flame resistant and was developed at inexpensive prices. Common symptoms of mesothelioma: shortness of breath inability to breath fatigue wheezing or severe cough However, many of these symptoms are generalized to overall cases of mesothelioma. Specific symptoms exist for those diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma. These symptoms are as follows: weight loss abdominal swelling, which can be caused by ascites or the buildup of fluid in the abdominal cavity bowel obstruction fever anemia blood clotting trouble swallowing swelling of neck and face Abdominal Mesothelioma Treatment Abdominal mesothelioma treatments commonly consist of su
