Mesothelioma Symptoms Information

Malignant Mesothelioma Symptoms

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Mesothelioma symptoms can sneak up on a person. Maybe you have a dry cough, are experiencing shortness of breath, or feel tired a lot.

However, anyone who has been exposed to asbestos, which is the only known cause of malignant mesothelioma, should be vigilant about recognizing the warning signs of this devastating cancer. An early mesothelioma diagnosis can help improve your prognosis and allow you to get started with treatment as soon as possible.

If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of mesothelioma or have recently been diagnosed with the disease, you need to stay focused on your health. Let our dedicated New York mesothelioma lawyers focus on pursuing the compensation you deserve to afford the treatment you need.

At Belluck & Fox, our nationally recognized mesothelioma attorneys have been fighting for the rights of patients and families for more than 20 years. During that time, our firm has secured more than $1 billion for deserving clients.

Visit our New York City office or Contact us today to schedule a free consultation, and one of our firm’s partners will contact you within 24 hours to talk about how we can help you and your family.

Identifying Mesothelioma Risk Factors

Because asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma, people who worked directly with or around this material are most at risk. This includes industrial workers, construction workers, electricians, mechanics, and veterans. However, there is no safe level of asbestos exposure, and even those who experienced limited exposure are at risk of developing mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma can develop 15 to 60 years after a person was originally exposed to asbestos. So it is important to be aware of the cancer’s symptoms and discuss your asbestos exposure with your doctor if you start to experience any problems.

Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms

Pleural mesothelioma affects the tissue lining the chest cavity and the lungs. It is the most common type of mesothelioma and is caused when asbestos fibers are inhaled and stick in the tissue lining.

Pleural mesothelioma symptoms can be confused with other respiratory problems. Common symptoms include:

Peritoneal Mesothelioma Symptoms

Peritoneal mesothelioma affects the tissue lining the abdomen and abdominal organs. It is the second-most common type of mesothelioma and is caused by ingestion of microscopic asbestos fibers.

Peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms are similar to symptoms of other abdominal diseases. Common symptoms include:

Pericardial Mesothelioma Symptoms

Pericardial mesothelioma affects the tissue lining the heart. This type of mesothelioma is very rare, and it’s caused by ingestion or inhalation of asbestos fibers that then make their way to the pericardium tissue around the heart.

Common pericardial mesothelioma symptoms include:

Testicular Mesothelioma Symptoms

Testicular mesothelioma, also known as mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis testis, is the rarest form of the cancer. There have been very few cases of testicular mesothelioma, so its symptoms are not completely defined. Symptoms could include:

• A mass in the testicle
• Fluid build-up in the scrotum
• Swelling in the testicle

Mesothelioma Treatment Options

Although there is no cure for malignant mesothelioma, latest treatments for mesothelioma are improving every day. You should consult with a mesothelioma specialist to discuss your diagnosis and map out a treatment plan that’s right for you.

Common mesothelioma treatment options include:

In many cases, patients need a combination of treatments, which can be extremely expensive. At Belluck & Fox, our compassionate New York mesothelioma lawyers work with patients and families to identify all your options for compensation so you don’t waste precious time worrying about medical bills.   

Our Mesothelioma Lawyers Are Here to Help

Every year, about 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma. Early diagnosis ─ as well as a patient’s overall health, age, and gender ─ can affect your mesothelioma prognosis. In general, the American Cancer Society estimates that the median survival time for patients is 12 to 21 months.

Many patients are just as concerned about their families as they are about themselves. They worry about how to cope with mounting medical bills and missed time from work, as well as the physical and emotional toll the disease takes on everyone involved. At Belluck & Fox, our compassionate New York mesothelioma attorneys work with patients and families to identify how we may help ease your financial stress and keep you focused on moving forward.

We have built an extensive network of mesothelioma specialists, caregivers, and patients who can understand what you’re going through. Although our goal is to demand maximum compensation for you, we know that you need more than money to get through this difficult time. We want you to have a strong support network to help you physically and emotionally.

Mesothelioma is a debilitating disease, so we try to make pursuing compensation as easy as possible for you. Our legal team will travel anywhere in the United States to meet with you and your family. We are extremely sensitive to your needs, and we will push for the quickest practical resolution of your claim.

Schedule a free consultation today and let our highly respected New York mesothelioma lawyers review what types of compensation you may be entitled to. Call us or fill out our online form to get started. A partner in our firm will get back with you within 24 hours to talk about your case.