https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VftMxTx__jc Mesothelioma Asbestosis Mesothelioma as well as asbestosis are caused by exposure to asbestos. Both are long-term health problems. Mesothelioma is a form of cancer, and asbestosis is a non-cancerous scabbing of lung tissue. A biopsy is the main method to determine if you have mesothelioma of the pleural. Doctors take a small sample of pleural tissue and study it under microscope. Signs and symptoms Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that affects the thin layer of tissue surrounding organs. It can be caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a group of mineral fibers naturally occurring in nature that were previously used in a variety of different products, such as insulation, brakes, shingles and flooring. When asbestos is disturbed it releases tiny fibers into the air. Inhaling these fibers can cause irritation in the stomach and lungs. Mesothelioma is a condition wherein cells in affected tissues grow abnormally, eventually transforming into tumors. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that can affect both men and women. The symptoms can vary depending on the location the tumors begin to grow and what stage of mesothelioma the cancer is. The most commonly reported symptoms are breathing problems and chest pain. Other symptoms include abdominal pain, fatigue, and fever. After asbestos exposure mesothelioma can take up to 60 years to appear. Symptoms often do not appear until the disease is in an advanced stage. This long delay is among the reasons why patients are misdiagnosed. First signs of pleural cancer include chest pain, difficulty breathing and a cough. As the cancer progresses, it may cause fluid buildup which irritates lungs, causing chest pain, coughing, fatigue and weight loss. The buildup of fluid can also occur in the vicinity of the heart or the abdomen. As the disease progresses the symptoms become more severe, and they can spread to other parts. Peritoneal mesothelioma may cause pain in the abdomen and can aff