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What is the most common type of mesothelioma?

Peritoneal mesothelioma

Pericardial mesothelioma

Pleural mesothelioma (correct)

Testicular mesothelioma

What part of the body does pleural mesothelioma affect?

Brain

Stomach

Liver

Lungs (correct)

What typically causes the first symptoms of pleural mesothelioma?

Abdominal pain

Back pain

Headache

Chest pain (correct)

When may a diagnosis of pleural mesothelioma emerge after exposure to asbestos?

20-50 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the average age of diagnosis for pleural mesothelioma?

60 Signup and view all the answers

What is the life expectancy of someone with pleural mesothelioma?

12-24 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of pleural mesothelioma?

Exposure to high levels of asbestos Signup and view all the answers

Where do the mineral's fibers become lodged after being inhaled?

In the thin pleural membrane surrounding the lungs Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mesothelioma forms in the peritoneum?

Peritoneal mesothelioma Signup and view all the answers

What are typical symptoms of pleural mesothelioma?

Persistent dry or raspy cough, shortness of breath, fatigue Signup and view all the answers

What is the rarest form of mesothelioma?

Testicular mesothelioma Signup and view all the answers

What do traditional cancer treatments for pleural mesothelioma include?

Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is multimodal therapy for treating mesothelioma?

A combination of procedures such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of palliative treatments for pleural mesothelioma?

To control the symptoms and improve the quality of life for patients Signup and view all the answers