Peritoneal Mesothelioma Symptoms

Peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms may include:

  • Night sweats or fever
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Swelling or pain in the abdomen
  • Anemia
  • Fatigue
  • Diarrhea or constipation
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • The appearance of lumps under the skin on the abdomen

Symptoms are caused by a thickening of the peritoneal membrane and the resulting build-up of liquid between membrane layers. These kinds of changes in membrane structure put pressure around the stomach region and organs, inducing a patient to demonstrate symptoms of the cancer.