Early symptoms of mesothelioma pain

Early symptoms of mesothelioma pain are non-specific and can delay diagnosis. In general, breathlessness, chest pain and cough are common symptoms of pleural mesothelioma pain, but in some cases, they can not be serious enough to push the patient to a medical consultation. Some patients complain of pain in the shoulder or lower back. These symptoms usually occur 2-3 months time before a confirmed diagnosis. In the peritoneal mesothelioma pain, abdominal pain and swelling, nausea or vomiting, intestinal obstruction and weight loss are the most common symptoms. Significantly, these symptoms are not specific mesothelioma pain and may be symptoms of other conditions. The assessment by a qualified doctor is always recommended.

While mesothelioma pain progresses, the pleural effusion (accumulation of fluid between the two pleural layers) occurs in 95% of patients, and this symptom, which ultimately leads patients to consult their doctor. During this visit, a chest x-ray can confirm the effusion. Thickening of the pleura may also be noted at this time. If the physician suspects cancer, he can send his patient to a hospital consultant specializing in lung cancer and mesothelioma pain.

When your doctor recommends you, the following information should be given:

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The place where you are sent.
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When the appointment will be made.
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Who you are visiting.
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To test what can you expect.
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When the test results will be available.

The National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) has developed the following general guidelines to address a patient suspected of cancer, in force since June 2005. These guidelines may not apply to all individuals, and you should always discuss the details of your case with your health care team, so you can play a proactive in your treatment and your care.

An evaluation of the emergency will be made by your doctor and will be based on the following criteria:

* To send immediately: The patient requires a consultation in a few hours.
* To send an urgent: The patient will be seen within 15 days.
No urgent: All other addresses.

Once the emergency determined, your doctor will send all information relating to you to your specialist for evaluation.