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Types of Mesothelioma
There are several types of mesothelioma along with 3 major types. They are:
- Pleural Mesothelioma
- Pericardial Mesothelioma
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma
- Malignant Mesothelioma
- Benign Mesothelioma
Pleural Mesothelioma
Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of mesothelioma, about 75% of all mesothelioma cases falls into this form. It is not always easily detectable. Frequently, in the early stages of the disease, symptoms may be mild. Because it takes for the asbestos particle to turn cancerous is very great - sometimes between 30 to 40 years - it can be difficult to spot.
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Pericardial Mesothelioma
Pericardial mesothelioma is the rarest type of the three main malignant forms of the disease. This rare type of mesothelioma invades the pericardium, the sac that surrounds the heart. It affects the pericardium, the protective sac that covers the heart and provides lubrication so that it can beat properly.
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Pericardial Mesothelioma
Peritoneal mesothelioma is a cancer that affects the thin cell membrane called the peritoneum. It originates in the abdomen and will frequently spread to other organs in area including the liver, spleen or bowel. Collection of cells surrounds the gastrointestinal tract and provides lubrication for the stomach and intestines to move so that they may function properly.
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Benign Mesothelioma
Cystic mesothelioma primarily affects women of younger age and affects the peritoneum. This type of mesothelioma is not frequently diagnosed and is also not a malignant form of the disease. It is, however, extremely difficult to identify and requires specialized microscopes and immunologic techniques to aid in diagnosis.
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