Mesothelioma is the cancer of mesothelioma, which is a protective membrane that lines many internal organs of the body. Mostly, mesothelioma is in the lining of the lungs, which is called plural.
Mesothelioma is most often diagnosed as a doctor sees a patient such as lower back pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, weight loss, stomach ache and/or swelling. But the symptoms alone will not tell your doctor if you have mesothelioma. To confirm a mesothelioma diagnosis, a medical history, physical examination, and clinical testing are necessary.
Medical history and physical examination
Because mesothelioma is abnormal, it is often considered incorrect in the beginning. If you have symptoms that suggest that you may have mesothelioma, then your doctor will take a complete medical history to check symptoms and potential risk factors, especially asbestos exposure. Asbestos exposure is the number one risk factor for mesothelioma.