Article: Mesothelioma ? Diagnosing The Silent Killer
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Mesothelioma ? Diagnosing The Silent Killer
Mesothelioma ? What Does It Mean?
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer. It is a cancer of Mesothelial cells. These cells cover the outer surface of most of our internal body organs, forming a lining called Mesothelium. Mesothelioma usually affects the thin membrane that lines the chest cavity and the lungs. Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that was used in a variety of industries during 1870-1970. The mesothelioma disease develops at least 15 years after exposure to asbestos. People usually are diagnosed with this deadly disease between ages 50 to 70.
Diagnosis of Mesothelioma
Most of the people who are diagnosed with Mesothelioma have chest pain or shortness of breath as the first symptom of the dis...
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