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  Mesothelioma  is a type of cancer that forms in the lining that covers the outer surface of specific body organs. It is usually associated with asbestos exposure. Unfortunately,  Mesothelioma  is rarely curable, although treatment can help control symptoms. Mesothelioma  mainly affects the lining of the lungs ( Pleural Mesothelioma ), although it can also affect the lining of the stomach ( Peritoneal Mesothelioma ), heart, or testicles. More than 2,600 people in the  UK  are diagnosed with the condition each year. Most cases are diagnosed in people between 60 and 80, and men are more commonly affected than women. Signs and Symptoms of Mesothelioma Mesothelioma  symptoms develop slowly over time. They usually don’t appear until decades after asbestos exposure.  Pleural  &  Peritoneal Mesothelioma , which affects the tissue surrounding the lungs, causes signs and symptoms that may include: Very Common Symptoms of  Mesotheli...