Mesothelioma Diagnosis and Prognosis

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Mesothelioma Diagnosis and Prognosis

Mesothelioma is a cancer that causes symptoms of a cough, shortness of breath and abdominal or chest pain. If in the past an individual was exposed to asbestos and is now starting to show any of the above symptoms, it is crucial to see a medical doctor right away.

Clinical diagnosis of mesothelioma occurs through testing with a chest radiograph, blood tests and biopsies. A mesothelioma diagnosis and prognosis depends on the age of the individual and where the tumor is located within the body and if it can be accessed and removed with surgery. Another important factor is whether the individual is a smoker. The overall health of the individual is very important as well because if they are already compromised with other medical conditions, then it will be difficult to treat this disease.

Often, a mesothelioma diagnosis is very devastating because a mesothelioma prognosis is often fatal. However, with new treatment options, the outlook for the future is looking brighter. The best way to have success with any type of treatment is early detection.

   

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