https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUaG9-s5uYU Mesothelioma Asbestos Lung Cancer Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the tissues lining the chest cavity and lungs and, in some cases the abdominal lining and heart. The most common reason for mesothelioma is asbestos exposure. Asbestos fibers can get stuck in tissues, causing DNA damage. Cells turn into mesothelioma cancerous cells. Signs and symptoms Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects tissues that line and protect organs within the body. to asbestos fibers may cause these cells to change and develop into mesothelioma tumors. Most cases of mesothelioma are found in the lung. It can also be found in the tissues of the abdomen, the heart and testicles. Shortness of breath, chest discomfort and coughing are among the most common symptoms of mesothelioma. Some patients also experience abdominal pain, fatigue, and weight loss. These symptoms are often confusing and difficult to recognize in the beginning stages particularly when mesothelioma still a relatively young disease. The signs of mesothelioma might not manifest for years or even decades following asbestos exposure. The first step to diagnose mesothelioma is a physical examination and a medical history. A doctor may request blood tests and imaging scans to determine the severity of symptoms. These scans comprise CT (computer-tomography) scans as well as MRI and PET scans (positron emission Tomography). X-rays may reveal an unusual mass or fluid in the lung. These scans help the doctor determine the kind and location of mesothelioma. Epithelioid mesothelioma and sarcomatoid are the two major types. About 70% of mesothelioma are epithelioid. Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma has a poorer prognosis, and is less frequent than epithelioid. Most people diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma suffer from a nonproductive cough, chest wall pain and difficulty breathing. A person with pleural msothelioma might suffer from an abnormal heart sound, a condition called peric