Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms

   Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form of the cancer, comprising approximately two-thirds of all mesothelioma cases.Known symptoms of pleural mesothelioma include:

Persistent dry or raspy cough (typically non-productive, meaning there is little or no phlegm)

Coughing up blood (hemoptysis)

Difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia)

Night sweats or fever

Unexplained weight loss of 10 percent or more

Fatigue

Persistent pain in the chest or rib area, or painful breathing

Shortness of breath (dyspnea) that occurs even when at rest

The appearance of lumps under the skin on the chest

Symptoms of pleural mesothelioma occur as a result of thickening of the pleural membrane, caused by the rapid production of cancerous cells which can lead to the buildup of fluid between membrane layers. Tissue thickening and fluid buildup place pressure on the lungs, leading to reduced respiratory function.