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Benign Mesothelioma
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- Symptoms of benign mesothelioma
Benign mesothelioma is a noncancerous tumor of the pleura (lining of the lung and chest cavity). Benign mesothelioma (or nonmalignant mesothelioma) is normally a localized tumor. It can grow and compress the lung, causing the shortness of breath. Other symptoms can include:
- Chronic cough
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
Benign mesothelioma is most often detected through testing. This can include a chest X-ray, CT scan, or open lung biopsy. When a solitary tumor is found and treated promptly, benign mesothelioma can normally be overcome successfully with surgery.
Other types of mesothelioma include:
- Pleural mesothelioma
- Peritoneal mesothelioma (Abdominal mesothelioma)
- Pericardial mesothelioma
- Sarcomatoid mesothelioma
- Cystic mesothelioma