Mesothelium is the membrane which lines the abdominal area (tummy) and the chest. There are two main kinds of Mesothelioma:

Pleura Mesothelioma – affecting the chest.

Peritoneum Mesothelioma – affecting the abdomen.

There are other kinds of Mesothelioma known as Pericardial Mesothelioma which affects the outside lining of the heart and testicular mesothelioma which affects the testacies.

Things to look out for

Symptoms include but are not limited to:

• Weight loss.
• Fevers, high temperatures and night sweats.
• A persistent cough.
• Shortness of breath and or a aching pain in the chest wall.
• Pain and or swelling in the abdomen.
• Changes in your voice, hoarseness.

These symptoms can be related to various other medical conditions but due to the nature of cancer it is advisable you speak to your doctor/consultant if you experience some or any of these symptoms.