One of the biggest reasons why mesothelioma is so lethal is because of the way the symptoms present. First, there may be no symptoms at all for a very long time. In fact, the disease has a latency period of between 10 and 50 years, meaning that’s how long it can take for symptoms to appear. And when symptoms do appear, they are often similar to more common conditions that aren’t as serious. This leads to frequent misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis.
Mesothelioma is incurable, but with early detection, it may be treatable. Early detection is the only way to improve the prognosis of a mesothelioma patient.
It is critical that you see a doctor if you exhibit the warning signs of potential mesothelioma. Think back on your life – did you work at a job where asbestos exposure was a risk? These jobs include working in the military, construction work, mining, refineries, and chemical plants. Of course, asbestos exposure is not limited to work. You could have been exposed at home, in an office building or any number of other scenarios.
Common symptoms you should watch for include:
As you can see, these factors are not unique. They are symptoms of many other illnesses that are not as serious as cancer. That is part of what makes mesothelioma so hard to detect.
Your symptoms may be more or less severe depending on several factors related to your asbestos exposure.
Anyone exhibiting mesothelioma symptoms should speak with an attorney and find out what your legal options may be. At Ted B. Lyon & Associates, in Dallas, our lawyers are highly experienced in complex mesothelioma litigation and are ready to hear your story.
Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a Texas mesothelioma lawyer by calling 877-Ted-Lyon / 877-833-5966 or by emailing us anytime.
