What are the signs and symptoms of Mesothelioma?
Signs of Mesothelioma
During the early stages of this asbestos related disease, the cancer presents as small lumps in the
lining of the lungs and does not show on scans or x-rays. At this early stage, the
disease is unlikely to cause any symptoms.
Mesothelioma symptoms
As it progresses, mesothelioma usually causes general symptoms:
- tiredness
- sweating
- loss of appetite, and
- weight loss
As the asbestos related disease progresses further, mesothelioma symptoms become apparent such as:
- chest pain, and
- shortness of breath
Often due to a combination of factors:
- the lining of the lung thickens and can act like a rind around the lung that restricts
lung movement and prevent lung expansion
- the mesothelioma disease can extend into the tissues around the lung, including nerves and bone,
and this can cause severe pain
- fluid may also accumulate around the lung which can restrict lung expansion
Mr M was exposed to asbestos dust and fibres during his employment with his local
City Council during removal works performed in the late 60s and early 70s. Asbestos
had been removed from boilers and pipe work in the boiler room at a local school
and he was present during the works. The work also involved removing old paintwork
covered with asbestos and also the asbestos surrounding the old boiler. He was
able to see dust in the air when the asbestos was being stripped off. He was not
warned to avoid the area, nor was he provided with any respiratory protection whatsoever.
Almost 40 years later, Mr M starting experiencing severe shortness of breath and
chest pains. He consulted his GP who referred him to a chest physician who diagnosed
him with mesothelioma. Sadly, his health deteriorated very rapidly and he passed
away as a result of the disease within 3 months of his diagnosis.
Mr M’s son and personal representative to his estate sought to bring a claim for
compensation on behalf of his late father. Simpson Millar LLP Solicitors secured £50,000 in
compensation for his family.
Think you are developing mesothelioma symptoms?
If you have concerns that you may be suffering from this asbestos related illness, or you have experienced
some or all of the mesothelioma symptoms above, you should seek medical advice immediately. You
should consult with your GP who will refer you to a specialist, if appropriate,
who will be able to advise you on a treatment programme.
Make a no-obligation enquiry
If you have mesothelioma symptoms or have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma you could be entitled to compensation. Please call our asbestos disease team on 0800 011 1166 or use our free, no obligation,
online enquiry form to register for a call back or may also call us directly on 0844 858 3600.
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