It is often difficult to diagnose mesothelioma clinically as the signs & symptoms of mesothelioma mentioned, are common to many other diseases. Therefore doctors perform a physical examination and a battery of tests like blood tests, chest x ray, CT scan and Biopsy of the affected area etc. These are dependant on the individual being treated and is individually tailored to that individual depending on the symptoms.

Treatment Options for Mesothelioma

1. Surgery

2. Radiation Therapy

3. Chemotherapy

References:
1.http://www.cdc.gov/search.do?sort=date%3AD%3AL%3Ad1&ie=cp1252&q=mesothelioma&ud=1&oe=utf8&start=0

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